Ford Maverick recalled over injury risk

Recall date

October 18, 2024

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Ford Motor Company recalls 2024 Ford Maverick

Recall number

24V778000

Brand / firm

Ford

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 6 units

Why it was recalled

A child seat that is not secured properly increases the risk of injury in the event of a crash.

What was recalled

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024 Maverick vehicles. The second-row child seat tether anchors may not properly secure a child seat, due to incomplete thread engagement. 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

Dealers will repair the tether anchorage points, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 4, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24C33.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.