NHTSA Recall 03V136000: Wheels
FORD MOTOR COMPANY reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 1,736 vehicles. It affects 2003 Lincoln LS.
| NHTSA campaign | 03V136000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 03S01 |
| Component | WHEELS |
| Report received | April 7, 2003 |
| Owner notification | April 14, 2003 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
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.
Safety risk
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.
Remedy
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. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact lincoln at 1-800-521-4140.
Notes
Ford recall no.03s01. Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Vehicles covered by recall 03V136000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Lincoln LS | 2003 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.