Lincoln Recall 15C02: Park Lamps Too Bright With Headlights On/FMVSS 108

2015 Lincoln MKZ

If the light output is excessive, oncoming traffic may be temporarily blinded, increasing the risk of a crash.

Exterior Lighting — Headlights

Summary
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2015 Lincoln MKZ vehicles manufactured February 17, 2014, to March 19, 2015, and equipped with daytime running lights (DRL). In the affected vehicles, the parking lights do not reduce their light output from a DRL level when used in conjunction with the headlights. As such, the light output may exceed the the permissable amount allowed by Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Actions
Ford has notified owners, and dealers will update the lighting control software, free of charge. The recall began on May 8, 2015. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for the recall is 15C02.
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Date Announced
APR 27, 2015
Vehicles Affected
21,435
Lincoln Recall #
15C02
NHTSA Campaign #
15V248000
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