Wiring: front underhoodRecall 88V-114 · 1988 Lincoln Continental
FORD MOTOR COMPANY recall 88V-114 covers 26,000 1988 Lincoln Continental for a wiring: front underhood problem, reported to NHTSA on July 19, 1988.
Source: NHTSA recall 88V114000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
NYLON SHIELDED WIRING HARNESS, LOCATED IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT, IS SUSCEPTIBLE TO HEAT DAMAGE AND MELTING OF THE NYLON MATERIAL IN 100 DEGREE PLUS WEATHER.
The risk
MELTED NYLON SHIELD COULD DRIP ONTO THE EXHAUST MANIFOLDAND RESULT IN AN UNDERHOOD FIRE.
The fix
WRAP WIRING HARNESS WITH HEAT RESISTANT FIBERGLASS TAPE.
SYSTEM: WIRING HARNESS.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Vehicles in this recall
Built from October 1, 1987 to June 1, 1988. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.