2008 Lincoln MKX

2008 Lincoln MKX Recalls

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2008 Lincoln MKX Recalls

2008 LINCOLN MKX Recall ID from NHTSA: 08V301000
Auto Recall Date:
JUL 03, 2008

Vehicle Component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
Estimated Vehicles Affected: 142
Model Affected
2008 LINCOLN MKX

2008 Lincoln MKX Defect Summary:
FORD IS RECALLING 142 MY 2008 EDGE AND LINCOLN MKK ALL WHEEL DRIVE VEHICLES. THE FUEL TANK WELD FIXTURE MAY HAVE BEEN EXPOSED TO A CONTAMINANT DURING PRODUCTION WHICH COULD CAUSE A DIMPLE IN THE BOTTOM OF THE FUEL TANK AT A SPOT WELD.

Defect Consequence:
THIS DIMPLE COULD RESULT IN A FUEL LEAK OR A FUEL DRIP FROM THE TANK. FUEL LEAKAGE, IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.

Remedy:
DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND, IF NECESSARY, REPLACE THE FUEL TANK FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING JULY 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FORD AT 1-866-437-7332.

Estimated Vehicles Affected:
142

Notes:
FORD MOTOR COMPANY 08S06
Lincoln RECALLS BY MODEL