NHTSA recall 20V549000
Seat belts › Rear/other › Buckle assembly
Ford Explorer
Reported Sep 10, 202029 vehicles affectedFord Motor CompanyMaker’s number 20S50
The defect
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 Explorer vehicles. The affected vehicles are equipped with second row center seat belt buckles that may not be properly secured to the seat.
The risk
Vehicles with seat belt buckles that are not properly secured may fail to restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
The remedy
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the second row center seat assembly, free of charge. The recall began November 6, 2020. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20S50.