| Issue ID | 1537963 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 11180032 |
| Manufacurer | Ford Motor Company |
| Brand | LINCOLN |
| Model | MKZ |
| Model Year | 2011 |
| File date | 01/02/18 |
| Component | WHEELS:RIM |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | Tl* the contact owns a 2011 lincoln mkz. While operating the vehicle, the low tire pressure indicator illuminated, which meant the air pressure was low. Upon inspection, it was discovered that the lips of the wheel rims were corroded and damaged, which caused air to leak from the tires. The cause of the failure was not determined. Irwin lincoln mercury (4032 rt 9 south, freehold, nj) and the manufacturer were notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 73,000. *tt*jb |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 73000 |
| Number of Occurences | 1 |
| Source of the issue | HOTLINE VOQ |
| City and State | CLAYTON, NC |
| VIN pattern | 3LNHL2GC5BRXXXXXX |
| Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
| Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
| Was incedent reported to police? | N |
| Was medical attention required? | N |
| Was part original equipment? | |
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| Date of purchase | 07/08/26 |
| Was original owner? | N |
| Anti-lock brakes | N |
| Cruise control | N |
| Number of cylinders | 6 |
| Drive train type | FWD |
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