Large Recall NHTSA · 89V170000 Reported October 13, 1989

Interior systems:tracks and anchors:front seat:man

Ford Motor Company · N/A · 1,375,500 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
89V170000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Manufacturer
Component
N/A
Vehicles Affected
1,375,500
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
October 13, 1989

Defect Summary

The forward outboard pedestal of the seat track of driver's seat may be susceptible to fatigue fracture.

Safety Consequence

This could result in a limited degree of rocking motionof the drivers seat assembly upon acceleration or deceleration, which couldcause an accident.

Corrective Action

Install a reinforcement on all models and a new seat track as necessary

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Ford Motor Company dealer and reference recall ID 89V170000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 89V170000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 89V170000?

NHTSA recall 89V170000 was issued by Ford Motor Company on October 13, 1989. It addresses: Interior systems:tracks and anchors:front seat:man. The recall affects approximately 1,375,500 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 89V170000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). 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.