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1999 Lincoln Navigator recalls

There are 5 safety recalls on record for the 1999 Lincoln Navigator, covering 5,123,889 vehicles in total across all the models in each campaign. Newest first.

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Vehicle speed controlReported September 7, 2005 · 4,500,000 vehicles affected
What is wrong
On certain pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles equipped with speed control, the speed control deactivation switch may overheat, smoke, or burn.
Risk
A fire at the switch could occur.
Remedy
By letter dated september 12, 2005, owners were instructed to return their vehicles to their dealers to have the speed control deactivation switch disconnected. Owners who have had their speed control deactivated are being notified that parts will be available and advised to make an appointment to reconnect the speed control beginning in february 2006. Owners who did not have their speed control deactivated are being notified to have their system remedied beginning in february 2006. Owners are urged to avail themselves of the free disconnect service as soon as possible because of the significant risk of fire. Owners may contact ford at 1‑800‑392‑3673. (note: also see recalls 05v017 and 06v286)

Recall number 05V388000 · Recall details

Trailer hitchesReported March 7, 2000 · 565,800 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Vehicle description: multi-purpose vehicles. The trailer hitch assembly to the frame attaching bolts could lose the clamp load.
Risk
The trailer hitch could then separate from the vehicle.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the trailer hitch mounting bolts and nut plates.

Recall number 00V073000 · Recall details

Wheels: lugs/nuts/bolts/studsReported April 29, 1999 · 53,784 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Vehicle description: sport utility vehicles equipped with four-wheel-drive (4x4), 17" chrome steel wheels. The clamp load can be lost on the wheel lugs due to insufficient wheel contact area with the hub. In some cases, the contact area can deform, resulting in a loss of lug nut torque.
Risk
Loss of lug nut torque can cause vibration or separation of a wheel and tire from the vehicle.
Remedy
Dealers will re-torque the wheel lugs to proper specifications and also install a label that specifies that the wheel lugs be torqued to 110 lb-ft any time the wheel is removed.

Recall number 99V099000 · Recall details

Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittingsReported December 7, 1998 · 305 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Vehicle description: sport utility vehicles. The fuel line assemblies may have been damaged by the supplier during manufacturing, allowing leakage.
Risk
Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source can result in a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect these vehicles and, if necessary, replace the front and rear fuel line assemblies.

Recall number 98V312000 · Recall details

Service brakes, hydraulic: pedals and linkagesReported November 17, 1998 · 4,000 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Vehicle description: sport utility vehicles. These vehicles may have a missing or partially installed retainer clip that holds the master cylinder push rod to the brake pedal arm.
Risk
Increased brake stopping distance can occur, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect these vehicles to see if the retainer clip was installed, and repair, if necessary.

Recall number 98V296000 · Recall details

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No. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer of the brand, even if the car is out of warranty or you are not the first owner.

How many recalls does the 1999 Lincoln Navigator have?

5, covering vehicle speed control, trailer hitches and wheels.

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