2005-2006 Ford F-150 and Lincoln Mark LT recall: interior lighting

Ford Motor Company reported this safety recall on February 6, 2006. It covers about 211,432 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 211,432
reported: Feb 6, 2006
owners notified: Feb 27, 2006
related complaints: 19

Interior lighting

What is wrong: 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.
Risk: This error could prevent the antilock brake system (ABS) warning light from illuminating if the ABS module ever became inoperative.
Remedy: 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.

Recall number 06V033000

Affected vehicles

Ford F-150 2005-2006 2005 2006
Lincoln Mark LT 2006 2006

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 19 complaints about lights problems.

2005 Ford F-150 2006 Ford F-150 2006 Lincoln Mark LT

Questions about recall 06V033000

Is there a recall on the 2005-2006 Ford F-150 and Lincoln Mark LT interior lighting?

Yes. Recall 06V033000, reported on February 6, 2006, covers about 211,432 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 06V033000?

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?

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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