Ford product recalled over injury risk

Recall date

August 20, 2015

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Ford Motor Company recalls 2011–2015 Ford F-650 SD, F-750 SD

Recall number

15V533000

Brand / firm

Ford

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 25,941 units

Why it was recalled

Seat belt anchors that are installed in an incorrect location may increase the risk of occupant injury in the event of a crash.

What was recalled

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2011-2013 and 2015 Ford F-650, and F-750 trucks manufactured February 14, 2011, to April 28, 2015, and equipped with a 70% fixed bench passenger seat. The affected vehicles have passenger seat belt anchorage floor attachments that are not installed in the correct location. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 210, "Seat Belt Assembly Anchorages."

What to do

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will correct the seat belt anchorage locations, free of charge. The recall began on November 12, 2015. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 15C09.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.