NHTSA Recall 17V528000: Mid/rear assembly (seats) and seat belts: rear/other
Ford Motor Company reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 698 vehicles. It affects 2017 Ford Focus.
| NHTSA campaign | 17V528000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 17C13 |
| Components | SEATS › MID/REAR ASSEMBLY; SEAT BELTS › REAR/OTHER |
| Report received | August 28, 2017 |
| Owner notification | October 10, 2017 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017 Focus vehicles. The rear left side seat back frame may have an insufficient weld between the outboard pivot bracket and the pivot nut joint, resulting in the seat back having reduced strength. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 207, "Seating Systems," and 210, "Seat Belt Assembly Anchorages."
Safety risk
The reduced seat back strength may increase the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Remedy
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the rear second left side rear seat back as necessary, free of charge. The recall began October 10, 2017. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 17C13.
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 17V528000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Ford Focus | 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.