NHTSA 20V217000 United States
Ford Expedition recall: Seat Belts
Official safety recall 20V217000 published by NHTSA.
High risk
Contact an authorised dealer of the maker. Recall repairs are free of charge.
Campaign20V217000
ComponentSeat Belts
Report date2020-04-16
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
Affected vehicles
| Vehicle | Model year | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Ford Expedition | 2020 | United States |
The problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 Expedition vehicles. The front passenger seatbelt buckle's Belt Tension Sensor (BTS) may malfunction and may result in the seat occupant being misclassified.
In the event of a crash, the restraint system may not provide the intended level of protection, increasing the risk of injury.
The official remedy
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger seatbelt buckle, free of charge. The recall began May 11, 2020. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20S17.