Ford Motor Company | NHTSA Recall #03V281000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 03V281000 by Ford Motor Company. Includes 1,552,880 affected units, FORD/HIGH BACK SEATS, component: SEATS, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

On certain sport utility vehicles equipped with high back seats, the upper bolt on the driver's side high back seat, that attaches the seat recliner mechanism to the seat back frame, could fracture. if the bolt fractures and does not jam in the seat back frame, the seat back may recline until it makes contact with an object behind the seat, such as the second row seat cushion.

Corrective Action

Dealers will replace the driver seat upper bolt with a metal spacer and bolt. in addition, seats with tubular back frames will have the fully threaded lower recliner bolt replaced with a partially threaded bolt. owner notification began on august 29, 2003. owners should contact ford at 1-800-392-3673.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 03V281000

Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company

Report Received Date: 2003-08-05T00:00:00

Subject: Ford/high back seats

Component: Seats

Potentially Affected Units: 1,552,880

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 03S04

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: On certain sport utility vehicles equipped with high back seats, the upper bolt on the driver's side high back seat, that attaches the seat recliner mechanism to the seat back frame, could fracture. if the bolt fractures and does not jam in the seat back frame, the seat back may recline until it makes contact with an object behind the seat, such as the second row seat cushion.

Consequence Summary: The driver could potentially lose contact with the steering wheel or foot pedals during such an event, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action: Dealers will replace the driver seat upper bolt with a metal spacer and bolt. in addition, seats with tubular back frames will have the fully threaded lower recliner bolt replaced with a partially threaded bolt. owner notification began on august 29, 2003. owners 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: 03V281000

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