1998 Lincoln Navigator Customer Assistance Guide 1st Printing - Page 4

The Dispute Settlement Board • property damage where the damage is significant when compared to the economic loss alleged under the warranty dispute • cases currently in litigation • vehicles not used primarily for family, personal or household purposes (except in states where the Dispute Settlement Board is required to review commercial vehicles) • vehicles which are no longer in the customer's possession Complaints involving vehicles on which applicable new vehicle limited warranties have expired at receipt of your application are not eligible. Eligibility may differ according to state law. For example, see the unique brochures for California and Wisconsin purchasers/lessees. Board membership The Board consists of: • three consumer representatives • a Ford or Lincoln/Mercury dealer Consumer candidates for Board membership are recruited and trained by an independent consulting firm. Dealers are chosen because of their business leadership qualities. What the Board needs To have your case reviewed you must complete the application in the DSB brochure and mail it to the address provided on the application form. Your application is reviewed and, if it is determined to be eligible, you will receive an acknowledgment indicating: • the file number assigned to your application • the toll-free phone number of the DSB's independent administrator Your dealership and a Ford Motor Company representative are asked to submit statements at this time. To properly review your case, the Board needs the following information: • legible copies of all documents and maintenance or repair orders relevant to the case • the year, make, model, and Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) listed on your vehicle ownership license • the date of repair(s) and mileage at the time of occurrence(s) 4