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Recall 17V-332

Ford Motor Company recalled the 2017 Ford Explorer and 5 other models: Seats (front assembly, recliner); Seats.

At a glance

Campaign number
17V-332
Reported
May 22, 2017
Vehicles affected
2,204 estimated by the manufacturer

Source: NHTSA recall records

What is wrong

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017 Ford Explorer, F-150, F-250, F-350, F-450 and F-550 vehicles equipped with a manual driver's seat back recliner mechanism. In the event of a crash, the seat back frame may not restrain the occupant due to having inadequate welds. As such, these vehicles may not meet the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) numbers 202a, "Head Restraints" and 207, "Seating Systems."

The risk

If the occupant is not adequately restrained in the event of a crash, they have an increased risk of injury.

The fix

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the seat back frame, free of charge. The recall began on June 7, 2017. Owners may contact Ford at 1-[removed]. Ford's number for this recall is 17C08.

Notes from the manufacturer

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-[removed] (TTY 1-[removed]), or go to [link removed]

Affected vehicles