Large Recall NHTSA · 91V036000 Reported March 4, 1991

Interior systems:seats

Ford Motor Company · N/A · 278,000 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
91V036000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Manufacturer
Component
N/A
Vehicles Affected
278,000
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
March 4, 1991

Defect Summary

The power seat switch wiring is routed over rather than under the front seat support brace, allowing damage by seat cushion spring ends when seat is occupied.

Safety Consequence

Power seat switch wiring insulation may become abraded,or punctured, and an electrical short could occur that could result in a firein the seat cushion material.

Corrective Action

Revise routing of power seat wiring to prevent damage from seat cushion spring contact.

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 91V036000 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 91V036000

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

What is recall 91V036000?

NHTSA recall 91V036000 was issued by Ford Motor Company on March 4, 1991. It addresses: Interior systems:seats. The recall affects approximately 278,000 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 91V036000 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.