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Network/ United States/ Ford/ 14V164000

Ford · United States · Mod

Ford Escape, C-Max +1 more: Seats — recliner

Affects Ford Escape, C-Max, Fusion · 2013–2014 — about 43K vehicles.

The hazard

The back of the subject seats may become loose or lean while driving and potentially increase the risk of injury in certain crashes.

What to do

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the seatback, free of charge. The recall began on May 30, 2014. Owners may contact Ford at 1-800-392-3673. Ford's number for this recall is 14C03.

Critical — crash/injury risk now High — injury risk; see remedy Moderate — fix at next service Low — minor / informational