Child Seat Problems of Ford E-150

Ford E-150 owners have reported 2 child seat related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 2 most common child seat problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's child seat tether strap (1 problem). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's child seat (1 problem). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.

Table 1. Child Seat related problems of Ford E-150

Problem Category Number of Problems
Child Seat Tether Strap problems
1
Child Seat problems
1

Recently reported Child Seat problems of Ford E-150

The Child Seat Tether Strap problem

Cosco convertible car seat manufactured in 02-04-00; #12935mag. Impossible to tighten harness around child when in rear-facing position. 3 inches of slack in harness webbing at shoulders. Contacted cosco, they deny problem. Cosco said it is my vehicle.   Read details...

The Child Seat problem

My agency operates 7d vehicles that transport young children. The seats in which we must place rear-facing infant car seats do not allow us to properly secure the car seat. There is one tether installed on the back of the seat and 2 installed where the cushions meet.   Read details...




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