NHTSA Recall 20V366000
NHTSA Campaign Id 20V366000; Date: Jun. 23, 2020
an improperly welded headrest bracket may have reduced strength and may not adequately restrain an occupant in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Recalled Vehicles:
2020 Ford Expedition; 2020 Lincoln Navigator
Component: Seats:mid/rear Assembly
Manufactured by: Ford Motor Company
Affected Units:: 2,620
Recall Summary:
ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2020 ford expedition and lincoln navigator vehicles. the attachment bracket for the driver's side second-row seat headrest may not have been sufficiently welded to the seat frame. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with federal motor vehicle safety standard number 202, "head restraints."
How to Fix:
ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the seat structure and replace it as needed, free of charge. this recall is expected to begin july 6, 2020. owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. ford's number for this recall is 20c12.
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.
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