NHTSA recall 20V-217 (20V217000)
seat belts recall reported April 16, 2020 - about 1,355 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 20V217000
- Also written as
- 20V-217
- Manufacturer number
- 20S17
- Reported
- April 16, 2020
- Vehicles affected
- ~1,355
- Component
- seat belts
What is being recalled
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 Expedition vehicles. The front passenger seatbelt buckle's Belt Tension Sensor (BTS) may malfunction and may result in the seat occupant being misclassified.
Why it is dangerous
In the event of a crash, the restraint system may not provide the intended level of protection, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger seatbelt buckle, free of charge. The recall began May 11, 2020. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20S17.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 20V-217 when calling a dealer.
Affected 1 model
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.