Lincoln Mkx recalled over injury risk

Recall date

May 24, 2016

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Ford Motor Company recalls 2016 Lincoln Mkx

Recall number

16V343000

Brand / firm

Lincoln

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 5 units

Why it was recalled

An improperly anchored child seat can increase the risk of injury in a crash.

What was recalled

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2016 Lincoln MKX vehicles manufactured September 24, 2015. An incorrect seat back trim cover was installed on the affected vehicles, blocking the child seat tether anchors in the second row center seating position. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 225, "Child restraint anchorage systems."

What to do

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the seat back trim cover and tether cover bezel on the second row, free of charge. The recall began on June 16, 2016. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16C09.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.