Recalls for 1984 Lincoln Mark Vii

DEFECT #1 - SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE

Posted on: 1984-01-11
Description
The bolts that attach the d-shaped ring for the shoulder belt are inadequately supported by the material in which they are mounted.  The attachment does not comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no.  210, seat belt assembly anchorages.

Consequence


Corrective Action
Dealers will install new attaching hardware to improve the strength of the mounting.

Notes
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles and light trucks.system: interior systems; seat belts and upper torso restraint attachments.consequences of defect: in severe collisions, the shoulder belt attachmentcould separate, increasing the possibility of occupant injury.note: manufacturer advises that seat belts should continue to be used at alltimes, as substantial benefits may still be obtained.

DEFECT #2 - STEERING:COLUMN LOCKING:ANTI-THEFT DEVICE

Posted on: 1984-02-13
Description
The steering wheel may be locked when the ignition key is in the off position and the gear shift lever is not in park.  This condition constitutes a non compliance with federal motor vehicle safety standard no.  114, theft protection.

Consequence


Corrective Action
Key release control cable will be inspected and modified if necessary.

Notes
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles.system: steering; ignition lock.consequences of defect: the design is intended to prevent the key from beingremoved when it is in any position except lock.  The defect may cause thesteering wheel to lock while the vehicle is still in motion, possibly resultingin loss of control and an accident.

DEFECT #3 - UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Posted on: 1984-02-15
Description
Labels specifying vehicle capacity weight and designated seating capacity overstate the maximum load permissible for both occupants and luggage.  The label is in non compliance with federal motor vehicle safety standard no.  110, tire selection and rims.

Consequence


Corrective Action
The incorrect label will be replaced.

Notes
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles.system: labels, information and certification.consequences of defect: the incorrect information could mislead the consumerand result in an overloaded vehicle.  Premature tire failure, or handlingproblems could result in loss of vehicle control and an accident.