Seat and seat belt mounting bolts may fracture
Defect Summary
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2014 ford f-150 and e-350, 2014-2015 ford escape, and 2015 lincoln mkc vehicles. improperly manufactured bolts may have been used to install certain seats, seatbacks, seatbelt buckles, or seatbelt anchors on these vehicles.
Safety Consequence
The improperly manufactured bolts may fracture. if a seat, seatback, or seatbelt anchor attaching bolt fractures, the affected component may not be properly secured, increasing the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Corrective Action
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected bolts, free of charge. interim notices informing owners of the safety risk were mailed september 8, 2017. owners will receive a second notice when remedy parts become available in the fourth quarter of 2017. owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. ford's number for this recall is 17s17.
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FAQ: Recall 17V472000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 17V472000?
NHTSA recall 17V472000 was issued by Ford Motor Company on July 25, 2017. It addresses: Seat and seat belt mounting bolts may fracture. The recall affects approximately 94,605 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 17V472000 or the manufacturer campaign number 17S17. 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.