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Ford Redundant C-Max Hybrid Recall 13V303: Structure

NHTSA campaign 13V303, reported July 10, 2013, 33,021 vehicles potentially affected.

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Official recall notice

Safety recall 13V303Ford Motor Company
Component
STRUCTURE
Problem
Ford Motor Company is recalling certain model year 2013 C-Max hybrid vehicles, without panoramic roofs, that were manufactured January 19, 2012, through June 25, 2013. During vehicle testing, the vehicle exceeded a head injury criteria requirement set by the standard. Thus, these vehicles fail to conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 201, "Occupant Protection in Interior Impact."
Risk
In the event of a crash, an occupant could be at an increased risk of an injury.
Remedy
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will install energy absorbers between the headliner and the roof. The recall began on August 5, 2013. Owners may contact the Ford customer relationship center at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's recall number is 13C02.
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.

Affected vehicles

Ford Redundant C-Max Hybrid2013