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NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 13V270000

LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES

Published June 28, 2013 · Recall initiated: June 26, 2013

What's the hazard

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2013 Ford Explorer, Taurus, and Lincoln MKS vehicles manufactured November 29, 2012, through December 12, 2012. In the affected vehicles, with sufficient door openings and closings, the child safety locks may change from an activated position to a deactivated position without notice.

What to do

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will test the safety locks. If necessary, the locks will be replaced free of charge. The recall began on August 2, 2013. Ford's recall number is 13S07. Owners may contact the Ford customer relationship center at 1-866-436-7332.

Recall details

Brand
FORD
Model
EXPLORER
Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
Lot
2013 FORD EXPLORER | 2013 LINCOLN MKS | 2013 FORD TAURUS
Risk classification
V
Country
US
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