The problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Lincoln MKT vehicles with a limousine or hearse preparation package, manufactured March 6, 2012, to March 10, 2015. In the affected vehicles, the vacuum pump relay may overheat due to an internal fault or contamination.
The risk
If the vacuum pump relay overheats, there is an increased risk of a vehicle fire.
The fix
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the vacuum pump relay with a new electro-mechanical relay, free of charge. The recall began on July 6, 2015. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 15S10.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 15V-172 (15V172000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | 15S10 |
| Manufacturer | Ford Motor Company |
| Component | Electrical system |
| Report date | March 24, 2015 |
| Owners notified | July 6, 2015 |
| Vehicles affected | 1,549 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the electrical system
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 15V-172 repair free?
Yes. Lincoln dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the vacuum pump relay with a new electro-mechanical relay, free of charge. The recall began on July 6, 2015. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 15S10.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 1,549 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.