NHTSAGeneral Alert
Ford Motor Company - Seat Cover May Cause Air Bag to Deploy Incorrectly
Published: February 23, 2024Recall ID: 24E018000Category: vehiclesCountry: US
Reason for Recall / Hazard
Incorrect air bag deployment can increase the risk of injury in a crash.
Product Description & Identification
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain Ford EcoSport Rear Seat Covers with part number VNJ1Z-6163812-A/B. The rear seat covers may prevent the air bag from deploying correctly.
Affected Products
Seat Cover May Cause Air Bag to Deploy Incorrectly
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Subject | Seat Cover May Cause Air Bag to Deploy Incorrectly |
| Nhtsa id | 24E018000 |
| Recall link › Url | https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=24E018000 |
| Recall link › Description | Go to Recall |
| Recall type | Equipment |
| Do not drive | No |
| Manufacturer | Ford Motor Company |
| Defect summary | Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain Ford EcoSport Rear Seat Covers with part number VNJ1Z-6163812-A/B. The rear seat covers may prevent the air bag from deploying correctly. |
| Corrective action | Ford will provide a refund for the rear seat covers. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S12. |
| Consequence summary | Incorrect air bag deployment can increase the risk of injury in a crash. |
| Mfr campaign number | 24S12 |
| Potentially affected | 207 |
| Report received date | 2024-02-23T00:00:00.000 |
| Fire risk when parked | No |