CarRecallWatch- Component
- SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY
- Problem
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017 Ford Fusion vehicles manufactured September 27, 2016, to September 28, 2016. The left rear seat backs pivot pins may have been improperly welded.
- Risk
- During a crash, the improper welds may fail, allowing any stowed luggage to move into the passenger compartment, increasing the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the left hand, second row seat back frame, free of charge. The recall began January 10, 2017. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16S43.
- 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.
What this recall means for you
On certain vehicles built in late September 2016, the left rear seat back pivot pins may have been improperly welded. The seat back frame can therefore be weaker than intended.
In a crash, these welds may fail, allowing any luggage stowed behind the seat to move forward into the passenger compartment. This increases the risk of injury to occupants.
Dealers will replace the left-hand second-row seat back frame free of charge. Ford will notify owners. You can also contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332 (recall 16S43), and check your VIN for open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Ford Fusion | 2017 |
|---|