2016 Ford F-150 — Air bags: sensor: occupant classification
Published February 25, 2016 · Recall initiated: February 25, 2016
Summary
NHTSA records recall 16V110000, published February 25, 2016. Recalling firm: Ford Motor Company; 2016 Ford F-150 — Air bags: sensor: occupant classification.
What's the hazard
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2016 F-150 trucks manufactured April 27, 2015, to November 22, 2015, and equipped with Multi-Contour Seats (MCS). The front passenger seat Occupant Classification System (OCS) that calibrates the air bag deployment level may incorrectly classify an adult as a child when the seat massage feature is activated.
What to do
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will update the Occupant Classification System Module (OCSM) with new software, free of charge. The recall began on March 11, 2016. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16S05.
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Recall details
- Brand
- FORD
- Model
- F-150
- Manufacturer
- Ford Motor Company
- Lot
- 2016 FORD F-150
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2016 Ford F-150 — Air bags: sensor: occupant classification recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 16V110000 on February 25, 2016. Reported hazard: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2016 F-150 trucks manufactured April 27, 2015, to November 22, 2015, and equipped with Multi-Contour Seats (MCS). The front passenger seat Occupant Classification System (OCS) that calibrates the air bag deployment level may incorrectly classify an adult as a child when the seat massage feature is activated.
What should I do if I have this product?
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will update the Occupant Classification System Module (OCSM) with new software, free of charge. The recall began on March 11, 2016. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16S05.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: FORD. Model: F-150.