Ford Motor Company | NHTSA Recall #17V528000
Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.
Description
Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 17V528000 by Ford Motor Company. Affecting 2017 focus vehicles Includes 698 affected units, Insufficient Seat Frame Weld/FMVSS 207, 210, component: SEAT BELTS, and more from the Department of Transportation.
Vehicle Make / Model
makesAndModels2017 focus vehicles
Defect Summary
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2017 focus vehicles. the rear left side seat back frame may have an insufficient weld between the outboard pivot bracket and the pivot nut joint, resulting in the seat back having reduced strength. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 207, "seating systems," and 210, "seat belt assembly anchorages."
Corrective Action
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the rear second left side rear seat back as necessary, free of charge. the recall began october 10, 2017. owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. ford's number for this recall is 17c13.