| Issue ID | 806921 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 10347425 |
| Manufacurer | FORD MOTOR COMPANY |
| Brand | LINCOLN |
| Model | ZEPHYR |
| Model Year | 2006 |
| File date | 26/07/10 |
| Component | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | While the vehicle was running, but parked, the a/c suddenly stopped working. Air continued to blow, but it was hot instead of cool. Diagnostic report says the acet sensor failed. Repair was declined due to cost ($550). Now, even without any climate controls engaged, the panel gets very hot when the car is running. If the seat a/c is engaged, it will work until the panel gets hot, then it won't work anymore. If the failed acet sensor is responsible for the overheating behind the climate control panel, it may be a safety issue and not just a comfort issue. |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 53000 |
| Number of Occurences | 1 |
| Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
| City and State | FARMINGTON HILLS, MI |
| VIN pattern | 3LNHM26116RXXXXXX |
| Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
| Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
| Was incedent reported to police? | N |
| Was medical attention required? | |
| 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 |
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| Vehicle speed | 0 |
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