Lincoln Recall 14V-484: Visibility – windshield

Affected: 2015 Lincoln MKC. Filed with NHTSA on August 6, 2014, covering about 1,139 vehicles.

The problem

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2015 Lincoln MKC vehicles manufactured August 20, 2013, to June 6, 2014. The affected vehicles may have visible air bubbles in the windshield glass. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 205, "Glazing Materials."

The risk

Air bubbles in the windshield could impact the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the windshields for air bubbles, replacing them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began in August 2014. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-800-392-3673. Ford's number for this recall is 14C07.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign14V-484 (14V484000)
Manufacturer number14C07
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
ComponentVisibility › Windshield
Report dateAugust 6, 2014
Owners notifiedAugust 29, 2014
Vehicles affected1,139
Initiated byManufacturer

Vehicles covered

Owner complaints about the windows, wipers & sunroof

Frequently asked questions

Is the recall 14V-484 repair free?

Yes. Lincoln dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the windshields for air bubbles, replacing them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began in August 2014. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-800-392-3673. Ford's number for this recall is 14C07.

How do I know if my car is included?

Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 1,139 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.