Recall 19V-651
Ford Motor Company recalled the 2017 Ford Explorer: Seats.
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 19V-651
- Reported
- September 11, 2019
- Vehicles affected
- 311,907 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017 Ford Explorer vehicles equipped with power front seats. The seat frames may have sharp edges.
The risk
Occupants my contact the sharp edges when reaching between the power front seat and center console, increasing their risk of injury.
The fix
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will install protective tape on the exposed inside edge and tab of the power seat frames, free of charge. The recall began November 8, 2019. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-[removed]. Ford's number for this recall is 19S29.
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
- Ford Explorer 2017