Recall 06V-033: 2005–2006 Ford F-150, 2006 Lincoln Mark LT

FORD MOTOR COMPANY recall for interior lighting, reported to NHTSA on Feb 6, 2006, covering about 211,432 vehicles.

NHTSA number
06V-033
Report date
Feb 6, 2006
Vehicles affected
211,432
Owners notified
Feb 27, 2006

The problem

Certain pickup trucks fail to comply with either the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (Fmvss) no. 105, 'hydraulic and electric brake systems' or FMVSS no. 135, 'passenger car brake systems.' these vehicles were built with a software error in the instrument cluster.

The risk

This error could prevent the antilock brake system (Abs) warning light from illuminating if the ABS module ever became inoperative.

The fix

Dealers will recalibrate the instrument cluster in these vehicles. The recall began on february 27, 2006. Owners may contact ford at 1-800-392-3673.

Notes

Ford recall no.06c11. Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.

Recall details

ManufacturerFORD MOTOR COMPANY
ComponentInterior Lighting
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number06V033000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Ford F-1502005, 2006All years
Lincoln Mark LT2006All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 06V-033?

Certain pickup trucks fail to comply with either the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (Fmvss) no. 105, 'hydraulic and electric brake systems' or FMVSS no. 135, 'passenger car brake systems.' these vehicles were built with a software error in the instrument cluster.

How is recall 06V-033 fixed?

Dealers will recalibrate the instrument cluster in these vehicles. The recall began on february 27, 2006. Owners may contact ford at 1-800-392-3673.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.