2018 Ford F-150 | 2015 Ford F-150 | 2016 Ford F-150 | 2017 Ford F-150 — Seat belts: pretensioner
Published August 31, 2018 · Recall initiated: August 31, 2018
Summary
NHTSA records recall 18V568000, published August 31, 2018. Recalling firm: Ford Motor Company; 2018 Ford F-150 | 2015 Ford F-150 | 2016 Ford F-150 | 2017 Ford F-150 — Seat belts: pretensioner.
What's the hazard
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Ford F-150 Regular Cab and SuperCrew Cab vehicles. If a front seat belt pretensioner deploys as the result of a crash, the sparks may ignite materials such as carpeting or insulation within the B-pillar area.
What to do
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will remove the B-pillar insulation material and wiring harness tape, and install heat resistant tape, free of charge. The recall began September 28, 2018. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 18S27.
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Recall details
- Brand
- FORD
- Model
- F-150
- Manufacturer
- Ford Motor Company
- Lot
- 2018 FORD F-150 | 2015 FORD F-150 | 2016 FORD F-150 | 2017 FORD F-150
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2018 Ford F-150 | 2015 Ford F-150 | 2016 Ford F-150 | 2017 Ford F-150 — Seat belts: pretensioner recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 18V568000 on August 31, 2018. Reported hazard: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Ford F-150 Regular Cab and SuperCrew Cab vehicles. If a front seat belt pretensioner deploys as the result of a crash, the sparks may ignite materials such as carpeting or insulation within the B-pillar area.
What should I do if I have this product?
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will remove the B-pillar insulation material and wiring harness tape, and install heat resistant tape, free of charge. The recall began September 28, 2018. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 18S27.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: FORD. Model: F-150.