Ford seat back frame may have insufficient welds which may not meet the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) numbers 202, "Head Restraints" and 207, "Seating Systems."
The short version
Ford Motor Company reported a problem with the front assembly recliner. Here is what owners need to know.
The seat back frame may have insufficient welds which may not meet the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) numbers 202, "Head Restraints" and 207, "Seating Systems."
The seat back may not adequately restrain the occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the seat back frame, free of charge.
Affected vehicles
These model years are included in NHTSA campaign 16V-475.
| YEAR RANGE | MODEL |
|---|---|
| 2016 | Ford Explorer |
| 2016 | Ford F-150 |
What changed
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