Ford Motor Company | NHTSA Recall #01V108000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 01V108000 by Ford Motor Company. Includes 8,500 affected units, FORD/SEAT BACK RECLINER HANDLE, component: SEATS, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Pm certain sedans and wagons, the seat back recliner handle spring could have been damaged during an in-process test and the occupant may notice a chucking, or perceived looseness of the front seat back, or the seat back could unexpectedly recline.

Corrective Action

Dealers will replace the seat back recliner handle spring for the driver and front passenger seats. owner notification began april 3, 2001. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact ford at 1-800-392-3673.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 01V108000

Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company

Report Received Date: 2001-03-28T00:00:00

Subject: Ford/seat back recliner handle

Component: Seats

Potentially Affected Units: 8,500

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 01S13

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Pm certain sedans and wagons, the seat back recliner handle spring could have been damaged during an in-process test and the occupant may notice a chucking, or perceived looseness of the front seat back, or the seat back could unexpectedly recline.

Consequence Summary: If the seat back unexpectedly reclines while the car is being driven, it could result in loss of vehicle control.

Corrective Action: Dealers will replace the seat back recliner handle spring for the driver and front passenger seats. owner notification began april 3, 2001. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact ford at 1-800-392-3673.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

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NHTSA ID: 01V108000

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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