Recall 96V-231
FORD MOTOR COMPANY recalled the 1997 Lincoln Town Car: Air bags (frontal).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 96V-231
- Reported
- November 12, 1996
- Vehicles affected
- 742 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Two bolts that attach the driver air bag to the steering wheel were not installed during vehicle assembly.
The risk
In the event of a frontal collision, the air bag module would stay in position during deployment. However, the module could leave the steering wheel cavity following air bag deployment.
The fix
Dealers will inspect the vehicles and install any bolts that are missing.
Notes from the manufacturer
No owner notification will be performed on this campaign since the vehicles are still in transit to dealers or are being held at dealerships.
Affected vehicles
- Lincoln Town Car 1997