NHTSA Recall 13V270000
NHTSA Campaign Id 13V270000; Date: Jun. 26, 2013
If the child lock is deactivated, the door could be unlocked and opened from the inside which could lead to personal injury to an unrestrained child.
Recalled Vehicles:
2013 Ford Explorer; 2013 Ford Taurus; 2013 Lincoln MKS
Component: Latches/locks/linkage
Manufactured by: Ford Motor Company
Affected Units:: 12,569
Recall Summary:
Ford motor company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2013 Ford explorer, taurus, and Lincoln mks vehicles manufactured November 29, 2012, through December 12, 2012. In the affected vehicles, with sufficient door openings and closings, the child safety locks may change from an activated position to a deactivated position without notice.
How to Fix:
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will test the safety locks. If necessary, the locks will be replaced free of charge. The recall began on August 2, 2013. Ford's recall number is 13s07. Owners may contact the Ford customer relationship center at 1-866-436-7332.
Recall Notes:
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Aug 2, 2013
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