Restraint components may be damaged/fmvss/209/225
Defect Summary
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain model year 2016 ford mustang vehicles manufactured september 26, 2015, to october 1, 2015. the front and rear seat belts and child seat tether anchors may have been damaged in shipping from the supplier to the vehicle assembly plant and may not adequately restrain the occupant in a crash. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard numbers 208, "occupant crash protection," and 225, "child restraint anchorage systems."
Safety Consequence
If the restraint components do not function as intended, the occupants may not be properly restrained in the event of a crash, increasing their risk of injury.
Corrective Action
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front and rear seat belt assemblies and the child seat tether anchors, free of charge. the recall began on december 18, 2015. owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. ford's number for this recall is 15c13.
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FAQ: Recall 15V707000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 15V707000?
NHTSA recall 15V707000 was issued by Ford Motor Company on October 26, 2015. It addresses: Restraint components may be damaged/fmvss/209/225. The recall affects approximately 1,900 vehicles, with the defect involving the Child Seat component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Ford Motor Company dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 15V707000 or the manufacturer campaign number 15C13. 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.