CarRecallWatch- Component
- SEAT BELTS
- Problem
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 Expedition vehicles. The front passenger seatbelt buckle's Belt Tension Sensor (BTS) may malfunction and may result in the seat occupant being misclassified.
- Risk
- In the event of a crash, the restraint system may not provide the intended level of protection, increasing the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger seatbelt buckle, free of charge. The recall began May 11, 2020. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20S17.
- 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
Certain 2020 Ford Expedition vehicles have a front passenger seatbelt buckle whose Belt Tension Sensor may malfunction. When this happens, the system can misclassify the seat occupant.
In a crash, the restraint system may not provide the intended level of protection, which increases the risk of injury to the front passenger. If you own a 2020 Expedition, check your VIN for open recalls and contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332 if you have questions.
Ford will notify affected owners, and an authorized dealer will replace the front passenger seatbelt buckle free of charge.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Ford Expedition | 2020 |
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