Defect Description For Recall
Pm Certain Sedans And Wagons, The Seat Back Recliner Handle Spring Could Have Been Damaged During An In-Process Test And The Occupant May Notice A Chucking, Or Perceived Looseness Of The Front Seat Back, Or The Seat Back Could Unexpectedly Recline.
Make Of Vehicle
FORD
Model Of Vehicle
FOCUS
Year
2001
Recall Campaign Number
01V108000
Component Description
Seats:Front Assembly:Recliner
Effect Of Defect
If The Seat Back Unexpectedly Reclines While The Car Is Being Driven, It Could Result In Loss Of Vehicle Control.
Fix Defect
Dealers Will Replace The Seat Back Recliner Handle Spring For The Driver And Front Passenger Seats. Owner Notification Began April 3, 2001. Owners Who Take Their Vehicles To An Authorized Dealer On An Agreed Upon Service Date And Do Not Receive The Free Remedy Within A Reasonable Time Should Contact Ford At 1-800-392-3673.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
Start Of Manufacture
20010312
End Of Manufacture
20010322
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
8500
Date Owners Notified
20010403
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
Date Report Received
20010328
Make Campaign Number
01S13