Ford/side air bags
Defect Summary
Vehicle description: 4-door sport utility vehicles equipped with side air bags. the subject vehicles have a revised level side crash sensor that could deploy the side air bag if the ignition key is in the "run" position and the seatbelt webbing is forcibly extracted from a locked retractor with a jerking motion.
Safety Consequence
Inadvertent side air bag deployment could cause personal injury to the seat occupant.
Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the side crash sensors with a revised design that will reduce the likelihood of an unexpected side air bag deployment.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Ford Motor Company or involving Air Bags.
FAQ: Recall 00V179000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 00V179000?
NHTSA recall 00V179000 was issued by Ford Motor Company on July 5, 2000. It addresses: Ford/side air bags. The recall affects approximately 2,300 vehicles, with the defect involving the Air Bags component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Ford Motor Company dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 00V179000 or the manufacturer campaign number 00S17. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.