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DEFECT #1 - SEATS
Posted on: 2019-01-31
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2019 ford ecosport vehicles. The front seat frames may have been improperly welded, resulting in the seat back being improperly secured. 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.
Consequence
A loose seat back can increase the risk of injury in a crash.
Corrective Action
Ford has notified owners, and dealers will replace the front seat assemblies, free of charge. The recall began may 8, 2019. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 18c08.
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.