NHTSA Recall 19V651000
Filed by Ford Motor Company. Component: Seats. Reported 2019-09-11. An estimated 311,907 vehicles are affected. Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.
Defect
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017 Ford Explorer vehicles equipped with power front seats. The seat frames may have sharp edges.
Risk
Occupants my contact the sharp edges when reaching between the power front seat and center console, increasing their risk of injury.
What the manufacturer will do
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will install protective tape on the exposed inside edge and tab of the power seat frames, free of charge. The recall began November 8, 2019. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 19S29.
Manufacturer campaign number: 19S29
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.