2001-2002 Ford Explorer Sport recall: recliner

Ford Motor Company reported this safety recall on April 10, 2006. It covers about 8,585 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 8,585
reported: Apr 10, 2006
owners notified: Apr 10, 2006
related complaints: 23

Seats: front assembly: recliner

What is wrong: On certain sport utility vehicles equipped with high back seats, the upper bolt on the driver's side high back seat that attaches the seat recliner mechanism to the seat back frame, could fracture. If the bolt fractures, the seat back may recline until it makes contact with an object behind the seat, such as the second row seat cushion.
Risk: The driver could potentially lose contact with the steering wheel or foot pedals during such an event, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the driver seat upper bolt with a metal spacer and bolt. In addition, seats with tubular back frames will have the fully threaded lower recliner bolt replaced with a partially threaded bolt. The recall began on april 10, 2006. Owners may contact ford at 1‑800‑392‑3673. This is a supplement to a previous recall campaign (03v281).

Recall number 06V114000

Affected vehicles

Ford Explorer Sport 2001-2002 2001 2002

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 23 complaints about seats problems.

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Questions about recall 06V114000

Is there a recall on the 2001-2002 Ford Explorer Sport recliner?

Yes. Recall 06V114000, reported on April 10, 2006, covers about 8,585 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 06V114000?

Dealers will replace the driver seat upper bolt with a metal spacer and bolt. In addition, seats with tubular back frames will have the fully threaded lower recliner bolt replaced with a partially threaded bolt. The recall began on april 10, 2006. Owners may contact ford at 1‑800‑392‑3673. This is a supplement to a previous recall campaign (03v281).

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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