Recall 03V-459
FORD MOTOR COMPANY recalled the 2001 to 2003 Ford Windstar: Seats (mid/rear assembly).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 03V-459
- Reported
- November 6, 2003
- Vehicles affected
- 257,119 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Certain minivans fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 225, "child restraint anchorage system." during testing, a third row bench floor-to-seat latch released before the strength requirement was met. Identical latches are used in the second row of seats.
The risk
If the latches on th4e second or third row seats of the vehicle release in a crash, the potential for occupant injury is increased.
The fix
Dealers will replace the seat-to-floor latches on the second and third row of seats. Owner notification began on november 21, 2003. Owners should contact ford at 1-[removed].
Notes from the manufacturer
Ford recall no. 03c05.also, customers can contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-[removed]).
Affected vehicles
- Ford Windstar 2001 to 2003