NHTSA Recall 17V528000
NHTSA Campaign Id 17V528000; Date: Aug. 28, 2017
The reduced seat back strength may increase the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2017 Ford Focus
Component: Seat Belts:rear
Manufactured by: Ford Motor Company
Affected Units:: 698
Recall Summary:
Ford motor company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017 focus vehicles. The rear left side seat back frame may have an insufficient weld between the outboard pivot bracket and the pivot nut joint, resulting in the seat back having reduced strength. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 207, "seating systems," and 210, "seat belt assembly anchorages. "
How to Fix:
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the rear second left side rear seat back as necessary, free of charge. The recall began October 10, 2017. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 17c13.
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: Oct 10, 2017
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