The problem
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. These vehicles may have been built with the left rear seat belt retractor attaching bolts incorrectly tightened.
The risk
In the event of a crash, the vehicle occupant may not be properly restrained, increasing the risk of personal injury.
The fix
Dealers will tighten the retractor mounting bolts to the specified torque.
Contacts
All vehicles are either at the st. Thomas assembly plant or at dealerships. No vehicles have been delivered to customers. No owner notification will be required.
What to do
- Check your VIN. Enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls - it shows whether this recall applies to your vehicle and whether the repair has been done.
- Call a dealer. Any authorized Ford, Mercury dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 00V083000.
- Ask about parts and a loaner. If parts aren't available yet, ask what to do in the meantime.
- Keep your paperwork. If you paid for this repair before the recall, you may be able to get reimbursed - here's how.