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NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 16V475000

2016 Ford Explorer | 2016 Ford F-150 — Seats: front assembly: recliner

Published June 28, 2016 · Recall initiated: June 28, 2016

Summary

NHTSA records recall 16V475000, published June 28, 2016. Recalling firm: Ford Motor Company; 2016 Ford Explorer | 2016 Ford F-150 — Seats: front assembly: recliner.

What's the hazard

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2016 Ford Explorer and F-150 vehicles equipped with a manual recline driver's seat. The seat back frame may have insufficient welds which may not meet the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) numbers 202, "Head Restraints" and 207, "Seating Systems.

What to do

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the seat back frame, free of charge. The recall begin on August 18, 2016. Owners may contact Ford at 1-800-392-3673. Ford's number for this recall is 16C11.

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Recall details

Brand
FORD
Model
EXPLORER
Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
Lot
2016 FORD EXPLORER | 2016 FORD F-150
Risk classification
V
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was 2016 Ford Explorer | 2016 Ford F-150 — Seats: front assembly: recliner recalled?

Yes. NHTSA published recall 16V475000 on June 28, 2016. Reported hazard: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2016 Ford Explorer and F-150 vehicles equipped with a manual recline driver's seat. The seat back frame may have insufficient welds which may not meet the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) numbers 202, "Head Restraints" and 207, "Seating Systems.

What should I do if I have this product?

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the seat back frame, free of charge. The recall begin on August 18, 2016. Owners may contact Ford at 1-800-392-3673. Ford's number for this recall is 16C11.

How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?

Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: FORD. Model: EXPLORER.

View official NHTSA notice(opens on nhtsa.gov)