Passenger safety belt tension sensor/fmvss 208
Defect Summary
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain model year 2015 ford mustang vehicles manufactured august 18, 2014, to october 2, 2014. in the affected vehicles, the passenger safety belt tension sensor may misclassify the size of the front passenger seat occupant. this could cause a child size occupant to be classified as an adult and an adult passenger to be classified as a child passenger. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 208, "occupant crash protection."
Safety Consequence
If the tension sensor misclassifies the front passenger, improper passenger air bag deployment may occur, increasing the risk of occupant injury in the event of a vehicle crash.
Corrective Action
Ford has notified owners, and dealers will replace the passenger safety belt buckle, free of charge. the recall began on october 28, 2014. owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 14c08.
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FAQ: Recall 14V649000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 14V649000?
NHTSA recall 14V649000 was issued by Ford Motor Company on October 17, 2014. It addresses: Passenger safety belt tension sensor/fmvss 208. The recall affects approximately 55 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Ford Motor Company dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 14V649000 or the manufacturer campaign number 14C08. 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.