NHTSA Recall 17V168000: Latch (latches/locks/linkages)
Ford Motor Company reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 5,470 vehicles. It affects 2017 Ford Mustang.
| NHTSA campaign | 17V168000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 17C04 |
| Component | LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES › DOORS › LATCH |
| Report received | March 13, 2017 |
| Owner notification | April 14, 2017 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017 Ford Mustang vehicles. The return spring for the driver side interior door handle may come loose, allowing the driver's door to unlatch in a side impact crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 206, "Door Locks and Door Retention Components."
Safety risk
If the door unlatches in a crash it can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the driver-side interior door handle and repair the return spring, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began April 14, 2017. Owners may contact Ford at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for the recall is 17C04.
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 17V168000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Ford Mustang | 2017 |
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.