Ford Mustang recalled over injury risk

Recall date

March 13, 2017

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Ford Motor Company recalls 2017 Ford Mustang

Recall number

17V168000

Brand / firm

Ford

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 5,470 units

Why it was recalled

If the door unlatches in a crash it can increase the risk of injury.

What was recalled

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017 Ford Mustang vehicles. The return spring for the driver side interior door handle may come loose, allowing the driver's door to unlatch in a side impact crash. As such, these vehicles 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 inspect the driver-side interior door handle and repair the return spring, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began April 14, 2017. Owners may contact Ford at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for the recall is 17C04.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.