FLEETWOOD TAURUS 2013: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
| Make : FLEETWOOD | Model : TAURUS | Year : 2013 |
| Build Dates : 2012-11-29 - 2012-12-12 | ||
| NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 13V270000 | ||
| Date Owner's Notified: 2013-08-02 | Date Received by ODI: 2013-06-26 | Date Added to Database: 2013-06-28 |
| Manufacturers Involved: Ford Motor Company | ||
| Manufacturer's Responsible for the Recall: | ||
| Manufacturer Campaign Number: 13S07 | ||
| Component: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES | ||
| Potential Number Of Units Affected : 12569 | ||
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Summary:
Ford Motor Company "Ford" is recalling certain model year 2013 Ford Explorer, Taurus, and Lincoln MKS vehicles manufactured November 29, 2012, through December 12, 2012. In the affected vehicles, with sufficient door openings and closings, the child safety locks may change from an activated position to a deactivated position without notice. |
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Consequence:
If the child lock is deactivated, the door could be unlocked and opened from the inside which could lead to personal injury to an unrestrained child. |
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Remedy:
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will test the safety locks. If necessary, the locks will be replaced free of charge. The recall began on August 2, 2013. Ford's recall number is 13S07. Owners may contact the Ford customer relationship center at 1-866-436-7332. |
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| Report Initiator: MFR | V Report | |
| Regulation Part Number: | Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: | |
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Notes:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 'TTY 1-800-424-9153', or go to www.safercar.gov. |
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