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Recall 20V-549

Ford Motor Company recalled the 2020 Ford Explorer: Seat belts (rear/other, buckle assembly).

At a glance

Campaign number
20V-549
Reported
September 10, 2020
Vehicles affected
29 estimated by the manufacturer

Source: NHTSA recall records

What is wrong

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 Explorer vehicles. The affected vehicles are equipped with second row center seat belt buckles that may not be properly secured to the seat.

The risk

Vehicles with seat belt buckles that are not properly secured may fail to restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

The fix

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the second row center seat assembly, free of charge. The recall began November 6, 2020. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-[removed]. Ford's number for this recall is 20S50.

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