Recall 11V-063: 2011 Ford Explorer

FORD MOTOR COMPANY recall for seats, reported to NHTSA on Feb 2, 2011, covering about 1,658 vehicles.

NHTSA number
11V-063
Report date
Feb 2, 2011
Vehicles affected
1,658
Owners notified
Feb 15, 2011

The problem

Ford is recalling certain model year 2011 explorer vehicles manufactured from july 15, 2010, through december 13, 2010, equipped with second row 60% seats with manual recliner mechanisms that may have components that are out of dimensional specification. These seats fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 207, "seating systems."

The risk

In the event of a crash, the seat back may not provide the required strength, increasing the risk of injury.

The fix

Ford will notify owners and dealers will repair the seats free of charge. The safety recall began on february 15, 2011. Owners may contact ford motor company customer relationship center at 1-866-436-7332.

Notes

Ford's recall campaign number is 11c15.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .

Recall details

ManufacturerFORD MOTOR COMPANY
ComponentSeats
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number11V063000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Ford Explorer2011All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 11V-063?

Ford is recalling certain model year 2011 explorer vehicles manufactured from july 15, 2010, through december 13, 2010, equipped with second row 60% seats with manual recliner mechanisms that may have components that are out of dimensional specification. These seats fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 207, "seating systems."

How is recall 11V-063 fixed?

Ford will notify owners and dealers will repair the seats free of charge. The safety recall began on february 15, 2011. Owners may contact ford motor company customer relationship center at 1-866-436-7332.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.