Ford Explorer Police Intercept recalled over injury risk

Recall date

June 26, 2017

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Ford Motor Company recalls 2017 Ford Explorer Police Intercept

Recall number

17V401000

Brand / firm

Ford

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 4 units

Why it was recalled

Seats with missing inboard attachments may not adequately restrain an occupant in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

What was recalled

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017 Ford Explorer Police Interceptor vehicles. The affected vehicles may be missing the two front inboard attachments for the second row seats. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 207, "Seating systems", and (FMVSS) number 210, "Seat belt assembly anchorages."

What to do

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles to verify that they have the second row seat attachment studs, installing them if not, free of charge. The recall began on August 14, 2017. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 17C10.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.