Recall 19V518 affects 7,579 2019 Ford Ranger SuperCab trucks for an improperly assembled front passenger seat belt. Repair is free at any franchised Ford dealer.
Ford is recalling 7,579 2019 Ranger SuperCab vehicles because the front passenger seat belt was improperly assembled. If the belt was assembled incorrectly, it can fail to adequately restrain the passenger in a crash, increasing injury risk; Ford dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The front passenger seat belt in the 2019 Ford Ranger SuperCab is meant to route through its trim and anchor before it locks around the passenger. The retractor stores and pulls back the belt webbing, while the pretensioner tightens the belt during a crash. The anchor is the fixed point that helps the belt hold the passenger in position.
On affected Rangers, the right side front seat belt assembly was built with the webbing routed only through the rubber trim instead of through the anchor. Ford traced the problem to an incorrectly installed assembly fixture used for parts built before June 19, 2019. That fixture was meant to force the belt into the correct path, so when it was wrong, an incorrectly routed belt left the supplier.
There is no warning sign for the passenger before a crash or hard stop tests the belt. The belt can appear present and usable even though the webbing is not properly routed through the anchor.
Who's affected?
| 2019 Ford Ranger | seat belt |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 7,579 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific pickup is included.
What's the safety risk?
During a crash, an improperly assembled right front seat belt can leave the passenger without adequate restraint, increasing the risk of injury. There is no warning sign before the belt fails to restrain properly, so have the dealer inspect the belt before relying on that seat. Repair is free at any franchised Ford dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2019 Ford Ranger is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Ford dealer to schedule the free right-front-seat-belt inspection and assembly replacement if needed.
- Bring the recall notice if Ford mailed one. If not, reference recall number 19V518 when you call.
- Avoid seating a passenger in the right front seat until the dealer inspects the seat belt.
- Call Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332 with questions about the recall repair.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Ford technician inspects the right front seat belt assembly on the 2019 Ranger SuperCab and replaces it if the inspection shows improper assembly. The inspection, replacement parts, and labor are free under the recall. Ford excludes a separate reimbursement program because the original warranty program provides a free repair for this concern. If you already have paperwork for a related seat belt repair, ask the service desk how the warranty coverage applies.
| Reimbursement | Warranty coverage applies |
|---|
Timeline
| July 10, 2019 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| July 11, 2019 | Dealer notification began |
| July 11, 2019 | Dealer notification ended |
| July 29, 2019 | Owner notification mailed |
| July 29, 2019 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| July 29, 2019 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 19V518?
Recall 19V518 covers 7,579 2019 Ford Ranger SuperCab vehicles with a right-front seat belt that was assembled incorrectly. In a crash, that seat belt does not restrain the passenger as designed, so injury risk rises. Ford dealers inspect the belt and replace the assembly for free when needed.
What should I do if my 2019 Ford Ranger is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific Ranger is included in recall 19V518. If it is, call a franchised Ford dealer and ask for the right-front seat belt inspection under Ford recall number 19S23. The dealer replaces the seat belt assembly for free when needed.
Does the recall repair cost anything?
No. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. Ford dealers inspect the right-front seat belt assembly and replace it free of charge when the inspection finds the affected condition.
What is the safety risk with this Ford Ranger seat belt recall?
The safety risk is reduced restraint for the front passenger in a crash. The recalled seat belt was assembled incorrectly, so it does not hold the occupant as designed. If your VIN is included, have a Ford dealer inspect it and complete the free repair.
What if I bought my 2019 Ford Ranger used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the vehicle, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your Ranger is included, then reference Ford recall number 19S23 when you call the dealer. Ford began this recall on July 29, 2019.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/19V518000 |
|---|---|
| Ford customer service | 1-866-436-7332 |
| NHTSA recall # | 19V518 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 19V518000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Misc. Document (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 25, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →