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2003 Lincoln Aviator recall: automatic transmission

Ford Motor Company reported this safety recall on November 21, 2002. It covers about 25 vehicles.

vehicles affected
25
reported
Nov 21, 2002
related complaints
55

Power train: automatic transmission

What is wrong
On certain sport utility vehicles, the transmission shift cable can become dislodged from the shift cable bracket.
Risk
This could result resulting in incorrect gear indication.
Remedy
Dealers will add a strap to the shift cable adjuster to prevent the shift cable from becoming dislodged. Ford has not yet provided an owner notification schedule for this campaign. Owners who do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact ford at 1‑866‑436‑7332.

Recall number 02V313000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 55 complaints about transmission problems.

2003 Lincoln Aviator

Questions about recall 02V313000

Is there a recall on the 2003 Lincoln Aviator automatic transmission?

Yes. Recall 02V313000, reported on November 21, 2002, covers about 25 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 02V313000?

Dealers will add a strap to the shift cable adjuster to prevent the shift cable from becoming dislodged. Ford has not yet provided an owner notification schedule for this campaign. Owners who do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact ford at 1‑866‑436‑7332.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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