Fire after seat belt pretensioner deployment
Defect Summary
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2017-2019 f-super duty f-250, f-350, f-450, and f-550 supercrew cab vehicles with carpet flooring. if a front seat belt pretensioner deploys as the result of a crash, the sparks may ignite materials such as carpeting or insulation within the b-pillar area.
Safety Consequence
A vehicle fire could result if materials ignite inside the vehicle.
Corrective Action
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will apply heat resistant tape to the carpet and its insulation, and modify the b-pillar insulation as necessary, free of charge. the recall is expected to begin january 20, 2020. owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. ford's number for this recall is 19s52.
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FAQ: Recall 19V880000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 19V880000?
NHTSA recall 19V880000 was issued by Ford Motor Company on December 11, 2019. It addresses: Fire after seat belt pretensioner deployment. The recall affects approximately 490,574 vehicles, with the defect involving the Seat Belts component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Ford Motor Company dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 19V880000 or the manufacturer campaign number 19S52. 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.