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2016 Lincoln MKX recall: connector/clip

Ford Motor Company reported this safety recall on May 24, 2016. It covers about 5 vehicles.

vehicles affected
5
reported
May 24, 2016
owners notified
Jun 16, 2016

Child seat: tether: connector/clip

What is wrong
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2016 Lincoln MKX vehicles manufactured September 24, 2015. An incorrect seat back trim cover was installed on the affected vehicles, blocking the child seat tether anchors in the second row center seating position. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 225, "Child restraint anchorage systems."
Risk
An improperly anchored child seat can increase the risk of injury in a crash.
Remedy
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the seat back trim cover and tether cover bezel on the second row, free of charge. The recall began on June 16, 2016. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1‑866‑436‑7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16C09.

Recall number 16V343000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 16V343000

Is there a recall on the 2016 Lincoln MKX connector/clip?

Yes. Recall 16V343000, reported on May 24, 2016, covers about 5 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 16V343000?

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the seat back trim cover and tether cover bezel on the second row, free of charge. The recall began on June 16, 2016. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1‑866‑436‑7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16C09.

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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