The problem
On the involved vehicles, build-up of carpet/mat deadener and insulation under the rear seat frame and seat belt anchor tabs may prevent the optional folding rear seat cushion from latching properly. The latch may be only partially engaged and fail to sustain the seat belt anchorage loading requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 210, "Seat belt assembly and anchorages".
The fix
Dealer will install spacer washers at the latch striker attachment to correct the problem, without charge to owner.
Contacts
Vehicle description: trucks equipped with folding rear seats.System: interior; rear seat.Consequences of defect: if the seats are not latched properly, in the event ofa sudden stop or a vehicle impact, passenger injuries could result.
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 dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 77V129000.
- 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.