Ford Motor Company recalls 2015–2017 Ford — 5 models

Recall date

May 22, 2017

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Recall number

17V331000

Brand / firm

Ford

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 14,410 units

Why it was recalled

If the doors unlatch and open in a side impact collision, the occupants have an increased risk of injury.

What was recalled

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2017 F-150, and 2017 F-250, F-350, F-450, and F-550 vehicles originally produced with black or body colored exterior door handles that may have been subsequently equipped with a chrome exterior door handle cover accessory kit purchased from a Ford dealer. These accessory door handle covers may cause the doors to unlatch in a side impact collision. As such, these vehicles may fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 206, "Door Locks and Door Retention Components."

What to do

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will remove the accessory covers and refund the purchase price. The recall began July 13, 2017. Owners may contact Ford at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for the recall is 17C09.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.