Ford Expedition recalled over injury risk

Recall date

November 14, 2018

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Ford Motor Company recalls 2018 Ford Expedition, Navigator

Recall number

18V805000

Brand / firm

Ford, Lincoln

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 34,946 units

Why it was recalled

In the event of a crash, a seat that moves may not properly restrain the seat occupant, increasing their risk of injury.

What was recalled

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018 Lincoln Navigator, and Ford Expedition vehicles. The second row center seat track assemblies may be missing one or both of the J-Channel reinforcement brackets, possibly allowing the seat to move in the event of a crash.

What to do

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the second row center seat for any missing J-channel reinforcement brackets, replacing the center seat frame assembly as necessary, free of charge. An interim owner notification was sent on December 21, 2018. A second letter will be mailed once the remedy is available. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 18S37. Follow the official notice for full instructions.