Second row seats may be missing attachment studs
Defect Summary
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2017 ford explorer police interceptor vehicles. the affected vehicles may be missing the two front inboard attachments for the second row seats. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 207, "seating systems", and (fmvss) number 210, "seat belt assembly anchorages."
Safety Consequence
Seats with missing inboard attachments may not adequately restrain an occupant in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles to verify that they have the second row seat attachment studs, installing them if not, free of charge. The recall began on august 14, 2017. owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. ford's number for this recall is 17c10.
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FAQ: Recall 17V401000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 17V401000?
NHTSA recall 17V401000 was issued by Ford Motor Company on June 26, 2017. It addresses: Second row seats may be missing attachment studs. The recall affects approximately 4 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 17V401000 or the manufacturer campaign number 17C10. 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.