1980 LINCOLN LINCOLN Recalls (2)

Campaign:
80V067000 on 07/24/1980
Component:
Exterior lighting:brake lights:switch
Manufactured:
08/31/1979 - 01/31/1980
Affected:
52,053
Defect:
Stop lamp switches on certain vehicles may have been contaminated with oil, which could degrade the contacts and result in a loss of stop lamp function.
Correction:
Dealer will replace the stop lamp switch without charge.
Notes:
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles.system: lighting and communications; stop lamp switch.consequences of defect: drivers following such a vehicle may not receiveadequate warning of braking, which could cause a rear end collision.note: on vehicles with optional speed control, the stop lamp switch alsodisengages the speed control upon application of the brake pedal. ifmalfunction of the switch prevents normal disengagement of the speed control,this may be accomplished by additional brake pedal application or by depressingthe control "off" button.

Campaign:
81V008000 on 02/11/1981
Component:
Power train:automatic transmission:gear position indication (prndl)
Manufactured:
08/31/1969 - 07/31/1980
Affected:
21,000,000
Defect:
This is a manufacturer"s notice to advise owners of proper vehicle operation. the parking gear may not be securely engaged after the operator has attempted to shift to park. the vehicle may appear to be in park though actually in reverse. this could allow the vehicle to move unexpectedly.
Correction:
Owners will be provided with a self-sticking label containing important safety precautions as a daily reminder of the serious hazards of unexpected vehicle motion. it should be placed inside the vehicle in an easily seen location.
Notes:
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles and light trucks equipped with fmx,c-3, c-4, c-6, or jatco automatic transmissions.system: power train; automatic transmission.consequences of defect: unexpected vehicle movement may result in accident,injury or death, especially to persons in the path of the vehicle.note: drivers should observe these steps: 1) make certain gear lever is engagedin park, 2) set parking brake fully, and 3) shut off ignition.

1980 LINCOLN LINCOLN TSBs (7)

Bulletin:
80-11-1
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Unknown
Bulletin:
80-11-6
Component:
136000 visibility:windshield wiper/washer
Summary:
Unknown
Bulletin:
80-11-8
Component:
075000 fuel system, gasoline:carburetor system
Summary:
Unknown
Bulletin:
80-12-1
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Unknown
Bulletin:
80-12-2
Component:
200000 wheels
Summary:
Unknown
Bulletin:
80-12-7
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Unknown
Bulletin:
80-12-9
Component:
075000 fuel system, gasoline:carburetor system
Summary:
Unknown

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