NHTSA recall 88V114000
Electrical system › Wiring › Front underhood
Lincoln Continental
Reported Jul 19, 198826,000 vehicles affectedFORD MOTOR COMPANYBuilt Oct 1, 1987 – Jun 1, 1988
The defect
Nylon shielded wiring harness, located in the engine compartment, IS susceptible to heat damage and melting of the nylon material in 100 degree plus weather.
The risk
Melted nylon shield could drip onto the exhaust manifoldand result in an underhood fire.
The remedy
Wrap wiring harness with heat resistant fiberglass tape.