NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 17V332000
SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:RECLINER
Published May 23, 2017 · Recall initiated: May 22, 2017
What's the hazard
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017 Ford Explorer, F-150, F-250, F-350, F-450 and F-550 vehicles equipped with a manual driver's seat back recliner mechanism. In the event of a crash, the seat back frame may not restrain the occupant due to having inadequate welds. As such, these vehicles may not meet the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) numbers 202a, "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 began on June 7, 2017. Owners may contact Ford at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 17C08.
Recall details
- Brand
- FORD
- Model
- EXPLORER
- Manufacturer
- Ford Motor Company
- Lot
- 2017 FORD EXPLORER | 2017 FORD F-150 | 2017 FORD F-550 SD | 2017 FORD F-350 SD | 2017 FORD F-250 SD | 2017 FORD F-450 SD
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US