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Recall 94V-197

FORD MOTOR COMPANY recalled the 1995 Ford Escort: Air bags (frontal).

At a glance

Campaign number
94V-197
Reported
October 11, 1994
Vehicles affected
29,000 estimated by the manufacturer

Source: NHTSA recall records

What is wrong

Two bolts that attach the passenger side air bag supplemental restraint system module to the instrument panel are missing. In the event of a frontal impact, the module can come out of the instrument panel.

The risk

This would not restrain the passenger and would result in an increased risk of injury.

The fix

Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, install and torque to specification the mounting bolts for the passenger side air bag.

Notes from the manufacturer

System: interior systems; passive restraints; air bag; driver.vehicle description: passenger vehicles.note: if your vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and the remedy is not provided free of charge within a reasonable time or the remedy does not correct the defect, please contact ford at 1-[removed]. Also, contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-[removed].

Affected vehicles