Ford Motor Company | NHTSA Recall #17V332000
Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.
Description
Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 17V332000 by Ford Motor Company. Affecting 2017 ford explorer, f-150, f-250, f-350, f-450 and f-550 vehicles equipped with a manual driver's seat back recliner mechanism Includes 2,204 affected units, Driver Seat Back Frame May Fail/FMVSS 202, 207, component: SEATS, and more from the Department of Transportation.
Vehicle Make / Model
makesAndModels2017 ford explorer, f-150, f-250, f-350, f-450 and f-550 vehicles equipped with a manual driver's seat back recliner mechanism
Defect Summary
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2017 ford explorer, f-150, f-250, f-350, f-450 and f-550 vehicles equipped with a manual driver's seat back recliner mechanism. in the event of a crash, the seat back frame may not restrain the occupant due to having inadequate welds. as such, these vehicles may not meet the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) numbers 202a, "head restraints" and 207, "seating systems."
Corrective Action
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the seat back frame, free of charge. the recall began on june 7, 2017. owners may contact ford at 1-866-436-7332. ford's number for this recall is 17c08.