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1995 Ford Escort recall: frontal

Ford Motor Company reported this safety recall on October 11, 1994. It covers about 29,000 vehicles.

vehicles affected
29,000
reported
Oct 11, 1994
owners notified
Dec 18, 1994
related complaints
67

Air bags: frontal

What is wrong
Two bolts that attach the passenger side air bag supplemental restraint system module to the instrument panel are missing. In the event of a frontal impact, the module can come out of the instrument panel.
Risk
This would not restrain the passenger and would result in an increased risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, install and torque to specification the mounting bolts for the passenger side air bag.

Recall number 94V197000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 67 complaints about airbags problems.

1995 Ford Escort

Questions about recall 94V197000

Is there a recall on the 1995 Ford Escort frontal?

Yes. Recall 94V197000, reported on October 11, 1994, covers about 29,000 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 94V197000?

Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, install and torque to specification the mounting bolts for the passenger side air bag.

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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