| NHTSA Recall # | 74599 |
| NHTSA Compaign # | 08V301000 |
| MFG Compaign # | 08S06 |
| Manufacturer | FORD MOTOR COMPANY |
| Supplier | LINCOLN |
| Brand | LINCOLN |
| Model | MKX |
| Model Year | 2008 |
| Component | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY |
| Date of notification | 11/07/08 |
| Begin date of manufacuring | 13/06/08 |
| End date of manufacturing | 17/06/08 |
| Type of recall | V |
| Recall initiator | MFR |
| Report received | 03/07/08 |
| Report created | 09/07/08 |
| Regulation part number | |
| FMV safety standard number | |
| Estimated number of affected units | 142 |
| Defect summary | Ford is recalling 142 my 2008 edge and lincoln mkk all wheel drive vehicles. The fuel tank weld fixture may have been exposed to a contaminant during production which could cause a dimple in the bottom of the fuel tank at a spot weld. |
| Consequence summary | This dimple could result in a fuel leak or a fuel drip from the tank. Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire. |
| Corrective action | Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the fuel tank free of charge. The recall began on july 11, 2008. Owners may contact ford at 1-866-437-7332. |
| Recall notes | Ford recall no. 08s06. Customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www. Safercar. Gov. |