Recall
Ford Explorer — 16V475000
NHTSA ID
16V475000
Make
Ford
Model
Explorer
Years Affected
2016
Recall Date
2016-06-28
Component
SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:RECLINER
Units Affected
5,280
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
16C11
Summary
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2016 Ford Explorer and F-150 vehicles equipped with a manual recline driver's seat. The seat back frame may have insufficient welds which may not meet the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) numbers 202, "Head Restraints" and 207, "Seating Systems."
Consequence
The seat back may not adequately restrain the occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the seat back frame, free of charge. The recall begin on August 18, 2016. Owners may contact Ford at 1-800-392-3673. Ford's number for this recall is 16C11.