Rear brake rotor transportation bolts
Defect Summary
Ford is recalling certain model year 2013 lincoln mkt vehicles with a town car package manufactured from march 6, 2012, through april 3, 2012, which are available only to body builders for upfitting as hearse or livery/limousine vehicles. these vehicles may have been transported with rear brake rotor bolts that are not fully seated allowing the head to protrude above the wheel mounting surface.
Safety Consequence
The raised bolt head could lead to torque loss in the wheel joint, potentially leading to wheel separation, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
All the affected vehicles have been quarantined at the coach builders facilities and will be repaired before delivery to owners. notices were mailed to the coach builders on may 24, 2012. for more information, owners may contact the ford motor company customer relationship center at 1-866-436-7332.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Ford Motor Company or involving Service Brakes, Air.
FAQ: Recall 12V243000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 12V243000?
NHTSA recall 12V243000 was issued by Ford Motor Company on May 31, 2012. It addresses: Rear brake rotor transportation bolts. The recall affects approximately 128 vehicles, with the defect involving the Service Brakes, Air component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Ford Motor Company dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 12V243000 or the manufacturer campaign number 12S32. 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.