2013–2014 Ford Escape, C-Max, Fusion and 2013–2014 Lincoln MKZ recall: Seats: front assembly, recliner
Recall at a glance
- Campaign number
- 14V164000
- Reported
- April 2, 2014
- Manufacturer
- Ford Motor Company
- Part
- Seats: front assembly, recliner
- Vehicles affected
- About 43,135
What is wrong
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Ford Fusion and Lincoln MKZ vehicles manufactured August 15, 2012, through September 10, 2013, 2013-2014 Ford Escape vehicles manufactured June 5, 2012, through August 12, 2013, and 2013-2014 Ford C-Max vehicles manufactured from July 23, 2012, through May 28, 2013. The driver and passenger seatback assemblies may have been produced with sub-standard weld joints used to attach the seat back recliner mechanism to the seat frame. The affected seat backs may have insufficient strength to meet the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 207, "Seating Systems."
Safety risk
The back of the subject seats may become loose or lean while driving and potentially increase the risk of injury in certain crashes.
The fix
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the seatback, free of charge. The recall began on May 30, 2014. Owners may contact Ford at 1-800-392-3673. Ford's number for this recall is 14C03.
Affected models
Model years listed by NHTSA for this campaign. Only vehicles within the build range in the notice are affected.
Notes from the notice
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Frequently asked questions
Which vehicles are affected by this recall?
Ford C-Max (2013, 2014); Ford Escape (2013, 2014); Ford Fusion (2013, 2014); Lincoln MKZ (2013, 2014). Check your VIN to confirm.
What is the safety risk?
The back of the subject seats may become loose or lean while driving and potentially increase the risk of injury in certain crashes.
What is the fix?
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the seatback, free of charge. The recall began on May 30, 2014. Owners may contact Ford at 1-800-392-3673. Ford's number for this recall is 14C03.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recall data for passenger vehicles, recalls since 2013, shown as published. This site is independent and not affiliated with NHTSA or any manufacturer. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and follow your manufacturer’s notice. Terms and disclaimer.