Lincoln Mkz recalled over injury risk

Recall date

August 12, 2019

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Ford Motor Company recalls 2015 Lincoln Mkz, Fusion

Recall number

19V590000

Brand / firm

Lincoln, Ford

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 103,374 units

Why it was recalled

A failed seat belt anchor cable cannot properly restrain the front seat occupants, increasing their risk of injury.

What was recalled

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015 Fusion and Lincoln MKZ vehicles. In the event of a crash, heat from the deployment of a seat belt pretensioner may cause a front seat belt anchor cable to fail.

What to do

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will apply a protective coating to the seat belt cable, free of charge. The recall began September 9, 2019. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 19S25. Note: This recall is an expansion of a recall 16V-875.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.