Seat Belt Buckle Anchor Bolt – Focus of Recall – 240,510 Ford Explorer & Lincoln Aviator SUVs Potentially Affected
Kehoe Law Firm, P.C. is notifying consumers that Ford Motor Company (“Ford”) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Ford Explorer and Lincoln Aviator vehicles.
The seat belt buckle anchor bolts at one or more seating positions may be improperly secured. Additionally, vehicles may have an improperly secured seat belt retractor anchor bolt and/or seat belt anchor bolt at the second-row center seating position, if equipped.
A loose seat belt or seat belt buckle may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
240,510 2020-2021 Ford Explorer and Lincoln Aviator SUVs Potentially Impacted by the Recall
216,563 Ford Explorer and 23,947 Lincoln Aviator SUVs are the subject of the recall. The recalled vehicles may have an improperly secured seatbelt buckle anchor bolt at one or more seating positions. Vehicles may also have an improperly secured seatbelt retractor anchor bolt and/or seatbelt anchor bolt at the second-row center seating position if equipped.
Ford is not aware of any reports of accident or injury related to this condition.
Remedy for Ford Explorer and Lincoln Aviator Vehicle Owners and Lessees Affected by the Recall
Dealers will inspect seat belt buckle anchor bolts in all seating positions. Additionally, dealers will inspect the seat belt retractor anchor bolt and seat belt anchor bolt at the second-row center seating position, if equipped. If loose anchor bolts are found, the affected seat components will be replaced. Repairs will be performed free of charge.
Additional Information About the Vehicle Recall
More information about the recall can be obtained by clicking the following:
NHTSA’s Safety Recall Report – 25V-093
Manufacturer Notice to Dealers
How Do I Know if My Vehicle Has Been Recalled?
To determine if your vehicle is subject to the recall, please click Check for Recalls to search vehicles, car seats, tires and other equipment for safety recalls, investigations, complaints and manufacturer communication.
Questions or Concerns About A Vehicle Defect or Safety Recall?
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