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1997 Ford F-150 recall: anchorage

Ford Motor Company reported this safety recall on December 27, 1996. It covers about 133,000 vehicles.

vehicles affected
133,000
reported
Dec 27, 1996
owners notified
Jan 15, 1997
related complaints
38

Seat belts: front: anchorage

What is wrong
The seat elt anchorage attachments are missing or misinstalled on these vehicles.
Risk
A loose fastener can eventually detach and would not properly restrain an occupant in the event of a vehicle accident.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and, as necessary, repair the seat belt anchorage attachments.

Recall number 96V256000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 38 complaints about seat belts problems.

1997 Ford F-150

Questions about recall 96V256000

Is there a recall on the 1997 Ford F-150 anchorage?

Yes. Recall 96V256000, reported on December 27, 1996, covers about 133,000 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 96V256000?

Dealers will inspect and, as necessary, repair the seat belt anchorage attachments.

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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