If the system remains active despite the driver not having their hands on the wheel, the driver's inattention may increase the risk of crash.

Lane Departure — Lane Keep — Steering Assist

Date Announced

JAN 14, 2019

Vehicles Affected

2,276

Lincoln Recall #

19S02

NHTSA Campaign #

19V031000

Summary

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2019 Lincoln Nautilus vehicles. The Lane Center Assist system may not adequately detect if a driver has their hands off the steering wheel for a prolonged period of time.

Actions

Ford has notified owners, and dealers will update the Power Steering Control Module software, free of charge. The recall began on January 25, 2019. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 19S02.

Documents (10)

• Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc) - SUBJECT: NEW VEHICLE DEMONSTRATION / DELIVERY HOLD - Safety Recall 19S02
• Miscellaneous Document - Ford Media Center - FORD MOTOR COMPANY ISSUES SAFETY RECALL FOR SELECT 2019 LINCOLN NAUTILUS VEHICLES FOR HANDS ON/OFF DETECTION WARNINGS THAT MAY NOT FUNCTION
• ISSUED Owner Notification Letter(Part 577)
• Recall Acknowledgement
• Defect Notice 573 Report
• Recall Quarterly Report #1, 2019-1
• Recall Quarterly Report #3, 2019-3
• Recall Quarterly Report #2, 2019-2
• ISSUED Renotification Notice
• Recall Quarterly Report #4, 2019-4