NHTSA recall 17V-332 (17V332000)
seats recall reported May 22, 2017 - about 2,204 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 17V332000
- Also written as
- 17V-332
- Manufacturer number
- 17C08
- Reported
- May 22, 2017
- Vehicles affected
- ~2,204
- Component
- seats
What is being recalled
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."
Why it is dangerous
If the occupant is not adequately restrained in the event of a crash, they have an increased risk of injury.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
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 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 17C08.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 17V-332 when calling a dealer.
Affected 6 models
Each year links to that car's full history: every recall, owner complaints and common problems.
Source: NHTSA recall campaign data (public domain), refreshed weekly. See also the latest recall campaigns.