Recall
Ford F-150 — 18V568000
NHTSA ID
18V568000
Make
Ford
Model
F-150
Years Affected
2018
Recall Date
2018-08-31
Component
SEAT BELTS:PRETENSIONER
Units Affected
1,619,112
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
18S27
Summary
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Ford F-150 Regular Cab and SuperCrew Cab vehicles. If a front seat belt pretensioner deploys as the result of a crash, the sparks may ignite materials such as carpeting or insulation within the B-pillar area.
Consequence
A vehicle fire could result if materials ignite inside the vehicle.
Remedy
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will remove the B-pillar insulation material and wiring harness tape, and install heat resistant tape, free of charge. The recall began September 28, 2018. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 18S27.