Recall 16V874 affects 25 2017 Ford Fusion vehicles for improper left rear seat-back welds. Repair is free at any franchised Ford dealer.
Ford is recalling 25 2017 Fusion vehicles because the left rear seatback pivot pins were improperly welded. In a crash, the welds can fail and let stowed luggage move into the passenger compartment, increasing injury risk; Ford dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The second row left rear seat back in the 2017 Ford Fusion uses pivot pins at the seat back frame. Those pins anchor the seat back to its pivot bracket, so the seat back can move as designed and stay held in position when the vehicle is carrying people or luggage. The weld at that joint has to hold the pin tight to the frame.
On affected Fusions, an improper adjustment in the welding process left insufficient weld penetration between the pivot bracket and the pivot pin joint. In plain terms, the weld did not bite deeply enough into the metal parts. A loose pivot pin lets the seat back frame move where it should stay fixed, and Ford's analysis found that a frame in that condition did not meet its luggage-retention requirements in a crash.
Owners can hear noise or a rattle from the second row left rear seat back. That sound is the warning sign that the pivot pin has become loose.
Who's affected?
| 2017 Ford Fusion | seat assembly |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 25 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
Not every 2017 Ford Fusion sedan is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific sedan is included.
What's the safety risk?
Improper welds in the left rear seat back frame can fail in a crash, letting stowed luggage move into the passenger compartment and increasing injury risk. A noise or rattle from the second row left rear seat back is a reason to schedule service promptly. Repair is free at any franchised Ford dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2017 Ford Fusion is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Ford dealer to schedule the free left rear seat-back frame replacement that fixes the improperly welded pivot pins.
- Bring the recall notice if Ford mailed one. If not, reference recall number 16V874 when you call.
- Secure luggage away from the rear seat until the seat-back frame repair is complete.
- Call Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332 if the dealer cannot find the recall, and reference Ford recall 16S43.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Ford technician replaces the left hand, second row seat back frame covered by recall 16V874. The replacement parts and labor are free under the recall. Repairs already paid out of pocket are handled through the original warranty program, not through a separate reimbursement program, because that warranty would have provided a free repair for this concern. Ask the Ford service desk how the warranty applies if you have prior repair paperwork.
| Reimbursement | Warranty coverage applies |
|---|
Timeline
| December 1, 2016 | Dealer notification began |
|---|---|
| December 1, 2016 | Dealer notification ended |
| December 5, 2016 | NHTSA published the recall |
| January 9, 2017 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| January 10, 2017 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 16V874?
Recall 16V874 covers 25 2017 Ford Fusion vehicles with left rear seat back pivot pins that were improperly welded. In a crash, the welds can fail and let stowed luggage move into the passenger compartment, increasing injury risk. Ford dealers replace the left-hand second-row seat back frame for free.
What should I do if my 2017 Ford Fusion is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific Fusion is included in recall 16V874. If it is, contact a franchised Ford dealer to schedule the left-hand second-row seat back frame replacement. Reference Ford recall number 16S43 when you call. The 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 says dealers will replace the left-hand second-row seat back frame free of charge at a franchised Ford dealer.
What is the safety risk in recall 16V874?
The risk is injury during a crash. If the improper welds fail, stowed luggage can move into the passenger compartment. The repair replaces the affected left rear seat back frame, which addresses the defective weld area.
When did Ford begin this recall repair?
Ford began the recall repair on January 10, 2017. Since the remedy is available, an included 2017 Ford Fusion can be scheduled with a franchised Ford dealer for the free seat back frame replacement.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/16V874000 |
|---|---|
| Ford customer service | 1-866-436-7332 |
| NHTSA recall # | 16V874 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 16V874000 |
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 Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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