NHTSA Recall 10V161000: Recliner (seats)
FORD MOTOR COMPANY reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 33,256 vehicles. It affects 5 models including the Ford Explorer.
| NHTSA campaign | 10V161000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 10C11 |
| Component | SEATS › FRONT ASSEMBLY › RECLINER |
| Report received | April 20, 2010 |
| Owner notification | May 3, 2010 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Ford is recalling certain model year 2010 fusion, explorer, explorer sport trac, and mercury milan and mountaineer vehicles manufactured between december 15, 2009 through february 3, 2010 equipped with front seat manual recliners. These vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 202, "head restraint." the recliner gear plate teeth may be out of dimension specification which could result in limited pawl to gear plate tooth engagement.
Safety risk
In the event of a crash, the seatback and head restraint may move rearward, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the manual recliners for both power and manual seats free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on or before april 30, 2010. Owners may contact ford at 1-866-436-7332.
Notes
Owners 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 <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Vehicles covered by recall 10V161000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Ford Explorer | 2010 |
| Ford Explorer Sport Trac | 2010 |
| Ford Fusion | 2010 |
| Mercury Milan | 2010 |
| Mercury Mountaineer | 2010 |
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.