Safety Recall NHTSA · 01V108000 Reported March 28, 2001

Ford/seat back recliner handle

Q: What is recall 01V108000?

NHTSA recall 01V108000 was issued by Ford Motor Company on March 28, 2001. It addresses: Ford/seat back recliner handle. The recall affects approximately 8,500 vehicles , with the defect involving the Seats component.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Ford Motor Company · Seats · 8,500 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID

01V108000

Manufacturer Campaign

01S13

Manufacturer

Ford Motor Company

Component

Seats

Vehicles Affected

8,500

Recall Type

Vehicle

Report Received

March 28, 2001

Defect Summary

Pm certain sedans and wagons, the seat back recliner handle spring could have been damaged during an in-process test and the occupant may notice a chucking, or perceived looseness of the front seat back, or the seat back could unexpectedly recline.

Safety Consequence

If the seat back unexpectedly reclines while the car is being driven, it could result in loss of vehicle control.

Corrective Action

Dealers will replace the seat back recliner handle spring for the driver and front passenger seats. owner notification began april 3, 2001. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact ford at 1-800-392-3673.

What you should do

Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
Contact an authorized Ford Motor Company dealer and reference recall ID 01V108000 or campaign 01S13.
Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.

View Official NHTSA Notice →

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FAQ: Recall 01V108000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 01V108000?

NHTSA recall 01V108000 was issued by Ford Motor Company on March 28, 2001. It addresses: Ford/seat back recliner handle. The recall affects approximately 8,500 vehicles, with the defect involving the Seats component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Ford Motor Company dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 01V108000 or the manufacturer campaign number 01S13. 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.