NHTSA Recall 06V114000: Recliner (seats)
FORD MOTOR COMPANY reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 8,585 vehicles. It affects 2001–2002 Ford Explorer Sport.
| NHTSA campaign | 06V114000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 03S04 |
| Component | SEATS › FRONT ASSEMBLY › RECLINER |
| Report received | April 10, 2006 |
| Owner notification | April 10, 2006 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain sport utility vehicles equipped with high back seats, the upper bolt on the driver's side high back seat that attaches the seat recliner mechanism to the seat back frame, could fracture. If the bolt fractures, the seat back may recline until it makes contact with an object behind the seat, such as the second row seat cushion.
Safety risk
The driver could potentially lose contact with the steering wheel or foot pedals during such an event, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the driver seat upper bolt with a metal spacer and bolt. In addition, seats with tubular back frames will have the fully threaded lower recliner bolt replaced with a partially threaded bolt. The recall began on april 10, 2006. Owners may contact ford at 1-800-392-3673. This is a supplement to a previous recall campaign (03v281).
Notes
Ford recall no. 03s04. Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 06V114000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.