NHTSA recall 03V136000
Wheels · Ford Motor Company
Details
What's wrong: On certain passenger vehicles equipped with 17 inch chrome wheels, the chrome wheels were not heat-treated. These wheels may crack at the lug-nut holes, which could result in the loss of the lug-nut torque.
Why it matters: If this condition occurs, the driver may experience noise and/or vibration while driving the vehicle. Continued operation of the vehicle could result in the wheel separating from the hub, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will inspect the wheels to make sure that all the wheels have been heat-treated. Any wheel that has not been heat-treated will be replaced. Owner notification began April 14, 2003.
Affected vehicles on MotorDeets
All model years NHTSA lists
2003 Lincoln Ls.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 03V136000.
Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.