Table 1 shows one common tether, lower anchor (on car seat or vehicle) related problems of the 2019 Ford Fusion.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Tether, Lower Anchor (on Car Seat Or Vehicle) problems |
The lower latch/tether fails to secure the car seat. Any time that the lower latch is tightened for installation, it becomes loose within an hour of installation. The car and car seat were taken to the local fire department to be installed by a certified installer and it still came loose within a hour of installation. The lower latch will not remain sufficiently tightened and the unoccupied seat can move horizontally, laterally and vertically about 3-4 inches. The seat will loosen even when unoccupied by a child.