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Recall 01V-108

FORD MOTOR COMPANY recalled the 2001 Ford Focus: Seats (front assembly, recliner).

At a glance

Campaign number
01V-108
Reported
March 28, 2001
Vehicles affected
8,500 estimated by the manufacturer

Source: NHTSA recall records

What is wrong

Pm certain sedans and wagons, the seat back recliner handle spring could have been damaged during an in-process test and the occupant may notice a chucking, or perceived looseness of the front seat back, or the seat back could unexpectedly recline.

The risk

If the seat back unexpectedly reclines while the car is being driven, it could result in loss of vehicle control.

The fix

Dealers will replace the seat back recliner handle spring for the driver and front passenger seats. Owner notification began april 3, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact ford at 1-[removed].

Notes from the manufacturer

Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-[removed]).

Affected vehicles