2018 Ford Expedition — Seats: mid/rear assembly
Published December 5, 2017 · Recall initiated: December 1, 2017
Summary
NHTSA records recall 17V775000, published December 5, 2017 and initiated December 1, 2017. Recalling firm: Ford Motor Company; 2018 Ford Expedition — Seats: mid/rear assembly.
What's the hazard
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018 Expedition vehicles. The second row outboard seats may have excessive forward adjustment capability and/or may have an improperly installed bolt that secures the seat back to the seat base. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 202a, "Head Restraints", number 207, "Seating Systems", and number 210, "Seat Belt Anchorage System.
What to do
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the second row outboard seats for proper seat adjustment travel, replacing the seat frame assembly if necessary. Dealers will also inspect the bolts attaching the seat back to the seat base for the proper installation, correcting it as necessary. These repairs will be made free of charge. The recall began on January 10, 2018. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 17C20.
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Recall details
- Brand
- FORD
- Model
- EXPEDITION
- Manufacturer
- Ford Motor Company
- Lot
- 2018 FORD EXPEDITION
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2018 Ford Expedition — Seats: mid/rear assembly recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 17V775000 on December 5, 2017. Reported hazard: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018 Expedition vehicles. The second row outboard seats may have excessive forward adjustment capability and/or may have an improperly installed bolt that secures the seat back to the seat base. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 202a, "Head Restraints", number 207, "Seating Systems", and number 210, "Seat Belt Anchorage System.
What should I do if I have this product?
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the second row outboard seats for proper seat adjustment travel, replacing the seat frame assembly if necessary. Dealers will also inspect the bolts attaching the seat back to the seat base for the proper installation, correcting it as necessary. These repairs will be made free of charge. The recall began on January 10, 2018. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 17C20.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: FORD. Model: EXPEDITION.