Recall 15V533 covers 2011, 2012, 2013, 2015 Ford F-650 Sd and F-750 Sd trucks with misplaced passenger seat belt anchors. Ford dealer repair is free.
Ford is recalling 25,941 2011, 2012, 2013, and 2015 F-650 Sd and F-750 Sd trucks because passenger seat belt anchorage floor attachments were installed in the wrong location. In a crash, the misplaced anchors can increase the risk of occupant injury, and the Ford dealer repair will be free once Ford makes it available.
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What's wrong?
The front passenger seat belt anchorage is the floor-mounted attachment point that holds the belt hardware in place. In a crash, it helps keep the passenger belt tied to the truck structure so the belt can restrain the occupant instead of pulling loose.
On affected 2011, 2012, 2013, 2015 Ford F-650 Sd and F-750 Sd trucks with the 70% fixed bench passenger seat, the anchorage floor attachments were placed in the wrong location. Ford found the layout during development review work and determined the attachment location was outside the required seat belt anchorage parameters. That means the belt system was built with the wrong geometry, not that the belt webbing itself is worn out.
There is no warning sign before failure. This is a placement problem hidden under the seat and floor trim, so an owner is not expected to notice noise, looseness, or a dashboard warning before the defect matters.
Who's affected?
Spans the F-650 Sd and F-750 Sd across 2011, 2012, 2013, and 2015, with the same front seat belt anchorage component on both truck lines.
| 2011 Ford F-650 Sd | seat belt |
|---|---|
| 2013 Ford F-750 Sd | seat belt |
| 2012 Ford F-750 Sd | seat belt |
| 2013 Ford F-650 Sd | seat belt |
| 2011 Ford F-750 Sd | seat belt |
| 2012 Ford F-650 Sd | seat belt |
| 2015 Ford F-650 Sd | seat belt |
| 2015 Ford F-750 Sd | seat belt |
| Units affected | 25,941 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
A matching year and model does not confirm inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether this recall applies to your specific truck.
What's the safety risk?
Incorrectly located seat belt anchors can change how the belt holds an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury. Drive cautiously and schedule the recall work soon after your VIN is confirmed. Repair will be free at any franchised Ford dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2011, 2012, 2013, 2015 Ford F-650 Sd or F-750 Sd is included in this recall.
- Wait for Ford's repair instructions before scheduling dealer work if your VIN is included.
- Contact a franchised Ford dealer once Ford confirms the repair is open; ask for the free seat-belt-anchor correction that moves the passenger floor attachments to the correct location.
- Reference recall number 15V533 and Ford recall 15C09 when you call the dealer or Ford customer service.
- Avoid carrying a passenger in the affected fixed bench seat until the seat-belt-anchor repair is complete.
What happens at the repair
Ford's listed repair is to correct the passenger seat belt anchorage locations so the floor attachments are in the proper position. Once the dealer repair is available, a Ford technician will make that anchorage correction at no charge. Parts and labor are covered under the recall. Ford is not offering reimbursement for passenger seat service paid before the owner notice because that earlier service would not have corrected the noncompliance that led to campaign 15V533.
| Reimbursement | No separate reimbursement |
|---|
Timeline
| August 17, 2015 | Dealer notification began |
|---|---|
| August 17, 2015 | Dealer notification ended |
| August 20, 2015 | NHTSA published the recall |
| September 21, 2015 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| November 12, 2015 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 15V533?
Recall 15V533 covers 25,941 2011, 2012, 2013, and 2015 Ford F-650 Sd and F-750 Sd trucks with a 70% fixed bench passenger seat. The passenger seat belt anchorage floor attachments were installed in the wrong location. Ford dealers correct the anchorage locations for free.
What should I do if my 2011, 2012, 2013, 2015 Ford F-650 Sd or F-750 Sd is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific truck is included in recall 15V533. If it is, contact a franchised Ford dealer and reference Ford recall number 15C09. The dealer corrects the passenger seat belt anchorage locations for free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Ford's remedy states that dealers correct the seat belt anchorage locations free of charge. Ford customer service is listed at 1-866-436-7332.
What is the safety risk in recall 15V533?
The risk is occupant injury in a crash. Recall 15V533 involves passenger seat belt anchors installed in the wrong floor location, which can reduce proper seat belt restraint performance during a crash. The dealer correction is the free repair path.
What if I bought my Ford F-650 Sd or F-750 Sd used?
The free recall repair still applies. Federal recall law follows the vehicle, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm inclusion, then call a franchised Ford dealer with recall 15V533 or Ford recall number 15C09.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/15V533000 |
|---|---|
| Ford customer service | 1-866-436-7332 |
| NHTSA recall # | 15V533 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 15V533000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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