NHTSA recall 94V-055 (94V055000)

seats recall reported March 26, 1994 - about 3,500 vehicles affected.

NHTSA campaign number: 94V055000
Also written as: 94V-055
Reported: March 26, 1994
Vehicles affected: ~3,500
Component: seats

What is being recalled

THE LOCK PLATE OF THE DRIVER SIDE INBOARD SEAT TRACK ADJUSTERS WERE MANUFACTURED WITH AN UNAUTHORIZED MODIFICATION TO THE FABRICATION PROCESS WHICH CAUSES THE SEAT NOT TO FULLY ENGAGE IN CERTAIN SEATING POSITIONS NEAR THE MID-POINT OF THE SEAT TRACK TRAVEL.

Why it is dangerous

IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH THE SEAT CAN MOVE, WHICH WOULD RESULT IN REDUCED OCCUPANT PROTECTION.

The fix (free at any franchised dealer)

DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE DRIVER SIDE INBOARD SEAT TRACK.

Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 94V-055 when calling a dealer.

Affected 1 model

Ford Escort - 1993

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