NHTSA recall 90V144000
Seats › Front assembly › Recliner
Ford Aerostar
Reported Aug 6, 199014,300 vehicles affectedFORD MOTOR COMPANYBuilt Apr 1, 1989 – Feb 1, 1990
The defect
The second row right hand seat assembly has a tilt forward function. A latch retains the seat in the normal ride postion, and this latch may release under severe frontal impact conditions, allowing the seat to pivot forward.
The risk
In the event of vehicle accident, the seat could pivotforward, increasing the risk of injury to the occupant.
The remedy
Replace seat pawl assembly with a revised design assembly.