NHTSA Recall 17V803000
NHTSA Campaign Id 17V803000; Date: Dec. 18, 2017
If the component detaches during deployment, it may enter the passenger compartment and be a projectile within the vehicle cabin, increasing the risk of injury.
Recalled Vehicles:
2018 Ford Escape
Component: Air Bags:side/window
Manufactured by: Ford Motor Company
Affected Units:: 11,113
Recall Summary:
Ford motor company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018 Ford escape vehicles. The side curtain air bags on these vehicles have a component that may detach during deployment of the inflatable curtain air bag.
How to Fix:
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver and passenger side curtain air bags, as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin January 2018. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 17s44.
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: Feb 2, 2018
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