Park pawl guide plate
Defect Summary
Certain passenger vehicles may have been built with an incorrectly manufactured automatic transmission parking pawl guide plate.
Safety Consequence
This could cause the parking lock system not to engage, after the transmission is placed in the park ("p") position. if the vehicle was parked on an incline, and the parking brake was not engaged, this could result in a vehicle rollaway condition.
Corrective Action
Dealers will repair and replace the automatic transmission guide plate. the recall began on november 18, 2005. owners may contact lincoln at 1-800-248-0186.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Ford Motor Company or involving Power Train.
FAQ: Recall 05V519000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 05V519000?
NHTSA recall 05V519000 was issued by Ford Motor Company on November 9, 2005. It addresses: Park pawl guide plate. The recall affects approximately 289 vehicles, with the defect involving the Power Train component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Ford Motor Company dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 05V519000 or the manufacturer campaign number 05S39. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.