NHTSA Recall 01V108000
NHTSA Campaign Id 01V108000; Date: Mar. 28, 2001
If the seat back unexpectedly reclines while the car is being driven, it could result in loss of vehicle control.
Recalled Vehicles:
2001 Ford Focus
Component: Seats:front Assembly:recliner
Manufactured by: Ford Motor Company
Affected Units:: 8,500
Recall Summary:
Pm certain sedans and wagons, the seat back recliner handle spring could have been damaged during an in-process test and the occupant may notice a chucking, or perceived looseness of the front seat back, or the seat back could unexpectedly recline.
How to Fix:
Dealers will replace the seat back recliner handle spring for the driver and front passenger seats. Owner notification began April 3, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact Ford at 1-800-392-3673.
Recall Notes:
Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Apr 3, 2001
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