The problem
The manufacturer suspects that the hardware that attaches the seat tracks (the strips that the seat slides on) to the floor may become loose or may fail to hold the seat in place during a collision. This condition is due to the substitution of an incorrect washer during manufacture. The vehicles may not comply with the strength requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard 207, "seating systems".
The fix
The dealer will inspect and install additional larger diameter washers on the bolt assembly.
Contacts
Vehicle description: light trucks equipped with bench seats.System: interior systems; seat track attachment bolts.Consequences of defect: this defect could cause the seat assembly to becomedetached during an accident, increasing the chances of passenger injury.Note: a rattling noise may indicate a loosening of the seat belt track bolt.
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 83V020000.
- 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.