Recall 14V649 affects 55 2015 Ford Mustang vehicles for a safety belt tension sensor defect. Repair is free at any franchised Ford dealer.
Ford is recalling 55 2015 Mustang vehicles because the passenger safety belt tension sensor can misclassify the front passenger's size. That error can trigger improper passenger air bag deployment in a crash and increase injury risk; Ford dealers will correct the problem free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The passenger safety belt tension sensor in the 2015 Ford Mustang is part of the front passenger restraint system. It reads belt tension at the passenger buckle so the vehicle can help decide whether the front passenger seat is occupied by a child-size passenger or an adult.
On affected Mustangs, the supplier did not calibrate the passenger belt tension sensor. Calibration is the setup step that teaches the sensor what its readings mean. Without that setup, the system can misclassify the person in the front passenger seat, with a child-size occupant read as an adult or an adult passenger read as a child.
The warning sign is tied to the airbag light. If the passenger safety belt is unbuckled for at least 25 seconds, the instrument cluster airbag light can illuminate, which indicates a fault in the system.
Who's affected?
| 2015 Ford Mustang | seat belt |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 55 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
Not every 2015 Ford Mustang is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific car is included.
What's the safety risk?
A misclassified front passenger can lead to incorrect passenger air bag deployment in a crash, increasing the risk of occupant injury. If the passenger safety belt has been unbuckled for at least 25 seconds and the airbag light comes on, treat it as a system fault and schedule service. Repair is free at any franchised Ford dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2015 Ford Mustang is included in this recall.
- Contact your nearest franchised Ford dealer to schedule the free passenger safety belt buckle replacement that corrects the passenger sensing classification problem.
- Bring the recall notice if Ford has mailed one. If not, reference recall number 14V649 and Ford recall 14C08 when you call.
- Keep children out of the front passenger seat until the repair is complete, since the passenger air bag can deploy incorrectly when the occupant is misclassified.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Ford technician replaces the passenger safety belt buckle covered by recall 14V649. The replacement parts and labor are free under the recall. Ford notified owners, and the recall repair has been open since October 28, 2014. Out-of-pocket repairs already paid are handled through Ford's original warranty program, not through a separate reimbursement program. Ask the service desk how the original warranty applies if you have prior repair paperwork for this concern.
| Reimbursement | Warranty coverage applies |
|---|
Timeline
| October 16, 2014 | Dealer notification began |
|---|---|
| October 17, 2014 | NHTSA published the recall |
| October 24, 2014 | Dealer notification ended |
| October 28, 2014 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 14V649?
Recall 14V649 covers 55 2015 Ford Mustang vehicles with a passenger safety belt tension sensor that can misclassify the front passenger. Under NHTSA campaign 14V649, the defect can lead to improper passenger air bag deployment and increased injury risk in a crash. Ford dealers replace the passenger safety belt buckle for free.
What should I do if my 2015 Ford Mustang is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific Mustang is included in recall 14V649. If it is, call a franchised Ford dealer and ask for the passenger safety belt buckle replacement under Ford recall 14C08. The dealer repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Ford's remedy for recall 14V649 is a free passenger safety belt buckle replacement at a franchised Ford dealer.
What is the safety risk in recall 14V649?
The risk is improper passenger air bag deployment. NHTSA campaign 14V649 says the front passenger safety belt tension sensor can misclassify the occupant, which can increase the risk of occupant injury in a crash.
What if I bought my 2015 Ford Mustang used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall eligibility follows the VIN, not the first owner. Check your VIN, then call a franchised Ford dealer with recall 14V649 or Ford recall number 14C08 if your Mustang is included.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/14V649000 |
|---|---|
| Ford customer service | 1-866-436-7332 |
| NHTSA recall # | 14V649 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 14V649000 |
Source documents
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Download Misc. Document (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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