NHTSA Recall 16V343000: Connector/clip (child seat)
Ford Motor Company reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 5 vehicles. It affects 2016 Lincoln Mkx.
| NHTSA campaign | 16V343000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 16C09 |
| Component | CHILD SEAT › TETHER › CONNECTOR/CLIP |
| Report received | May 24, 2016 |
| Owner notification | June 16, 2016 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2016 Lincoln MKX vehicles manufactured September 24, 2015. An incorrect seat back trim cover was installed on the affected vehicles, blocking the child seat tether anchors in the second row center seating position. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 225, "Child restraint anchorage systems."
Safety risk
An improperly anchored child seat can increase the risk of injury in a crash.
Remedy
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the seat back trim cover and tether cover bezel on the second row, free of charge. The recall began on June 16, 2016. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16C09.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 16V343000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Lincoln Mkx | 2016 |
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.