Recall 15V867 affects 2,590 2015 Ford F-150 trucks for improperly crimped seat belt pretensioner cables. Repair is free at any franchised Ford dealer.
Ford is recalling 2,590 2015 F-150 SuperCrew trucks because the driver or front passenger seat belt pretensioner cable was not properly crimped at the anchorage assembly. In a crash, the seat belt can fail to properly restrain the occupant, which increases injury risk; Ford dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The seat belt anchorage on the 2015 Ford F-150 SuperCrew is the mounting assembly that locks the driver or front passenger belt to the truck body. It works with the pretensioner, a device that tightens the belt during a crash, so the occupant is held against the seat instead of moving forward with loose belt webbing.
On affected trucks, the pretensioner cable in the anchorage assembly was not crimped correctly during supplier production. A crimp is the pressed metal connection that clamps the cable in place. If that connection breaks under load, the belt loses the anchoring strength it needs during a crash. The result is a belt that does not properly restrain the driver or front passenger.
There is no warning sign before failure. The belt can look normal, latch normally, and feel normal in daily use because the defect is in the hidden cable crimp inside the anchorage assembly.
Who's affected?
| 2015 Ford F-150 | seat belt |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 2,590 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
Not every 2015 Ford F-150 pickup truck is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific pickup truck is included.
What's the safety risk?
A driver or front passenger seat belt retractor or pretensioner problem can leave that occupant improperly restrained, increasing injury risk in a crash. There is no warning sign to rely on, so confirm your VIN and arrange the recall work soon. Repair is free at any franchised Ford dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2015 Ford F-150 is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Ford dealer to schedule the free seat-belt retractor and pretensioner replacement that fixes the improperly crimped pretensioner cable.
- Bring the recall notice if Ford mailed one. If not, reference recall number 15V867 and Ford recall 15C17 when you call.
- Use extra care with front-seat passengers until the repair is complete; the defect affects seat-belt restraint in a crash.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Ford technician replaces the driver side seat belt retractor and pretensioner, the front passenger side parts, or both, depending on which anchorage assembly is covered on your F-150. Parts and labor are free under the recall. Ford is not offering a separate reimbursement program because the original warranty program provides the free repair for this concern. If you already have repair paperwork, ask the service desk how the warranty coverage applies.
| Reimbursement | Warranty coverage applies |
|---|
Timeline
| December 22, 2015 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| December 22, 2015 | Dealer notification began |
| December 22, 2015 | Dealer notification ended |
| February 8, 2016 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| February 8, 2016 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| February 12, 2016 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 15V867?
Recall 15V867 covers 2,590 2015 Ford F-150 SuperCrew trucks with front seat belt anchorage assemblies whose pretensioner cable was not properly crimped. Ford dealers will replace the affected driver or front passenger seat belt retractors and pretensioners for free.
What should I do if my 2015 Ford F-150 is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific truck is included in recall 15V867. If it is, contact a franchised Ford dealer to schedule the seat belt retractor and pretensioner replacement. Reference Ford recall number 15C17 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the recall repair at no cost, and Ford will replace the affected driver or front passenger seat belt retractor and pretensioner free of charge at any franchised Ford dealer.
What is the safety risk in recall 15V867?
The safety risk is reduced crash protection from the front seat belt system. If the pretensioner cable was not properly crimped, the seat belt does not properly restrain the occupant in a crash, increasing the risk of injury. The dealer repair replaces the affected parts.
What if I bought my Ford F-150 used?
The free repair still applies. Recall repairs follow the vehicle, not the original owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your truck is included, then call a franchised Ford dealer and reference recall 15V867 or Ford recall number 15C17.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/15V867000 |
|---|---|
| Ford customer service | 1-866-436-7332 |
| NHTSA recall # | 15V867 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 15V867000 |
Source documents
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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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