2017 Ford Mustang — Latches/locks/linkages: doors: latch
Published March 16, 2017 · Recall initiated: March 13, 2017
Summary
NHTSA records recall 17V168000, published March 16, 2017 and initiated March 13, 2017. Recalling firm: Ford Motor Company; 2017 Ford Mustang — Latches/locks/linkages: doors: latch.
What's the hazard
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017 Ford Mustang vehicles. The return spring for the driver side interior door handle may come loose, allowing the driver's door to unlatch in a side impact crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 206, "Door Locks and Door Retention Components."
What to do
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the driver-side interior door handle and repair the return spring, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began April 14, 2017. Owners may contact Ford at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for the recall is 17C04.
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Recall details
- Brand
- FORD
- Model
- MUSTANG
- Manufacturer
- Ford Motor Company
- Lot
- 2017 FORD MUSTANG
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2017 Ford Mustang — Latches/locks/linkages: doors: latch recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 17V168000 on March 16, 2017. Reported hazard: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017 Ford Mustang vehicles. The return spring for the driver side interior door handle may come loose, allowing the driver's door to unlatch in a side impact crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 206, "Door Locks and Door Retention Components."
What should I do if I have this product?
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the driver-side interior door handle and repair the return spring, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began April 14, 2017. Owners may contact Ford at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for the recall is 17C04.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: FORD. Model: MUSTANG.