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NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 17V528000

2017 Ford Focus — Seats: mid/rear assembly

Published August 30, 2017 · Recall initiated: August 28, 2017

Summary

NHTSA records recall 17V528000, published August 30, 2017 and initiated August 28, 2017. Recalling firm: Ford Motor Company; 2017 Ford Focus — Seats: mid/rear assembly.

What's the hazard

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017 Focus vehicles. The rear left side seat back frame may have an insufficient weld between the outboard pivot bracket and the pivot nut joint, resulting in the seat back having reduced strength. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 207, "Seating Systems," and 210, "Seat Belt Assembly Anchorages.

What to do

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the rear second left side rear seat back as necessary, free of charge. The recall began October 10, 2017. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 17C13.

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Recall details

Brand
FORD
Model
FOCUS
Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
Lot
2017 FORD FOCUS
Risk classification
V
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was 2017 Ford Focus — Seats: mid/rear assembly recalled?

Yes. NHTSA published recall 17V528000 on August 30, 2017. Reported hazard: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017 Focus vehicles. The rear left side seat back frame may have an insufficient weld between the outboard pivot bracket and the pivot nut joint, resulting in the seat back having reduced strength. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 207, "Seating Systems," and 210, "Seat Belt Assembly Anchorages.

What should I do if I have this product?

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the rear second left side rear seat back as necessary, free of charge. The recall began October 10, 2017. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 17C13.

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

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

View official NHTSA notice(opens on nhtsa.gov)