FORD C-MAX HYBRID 2013: STRUCTURE
NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 13V303000
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| FORD | C-MAX HYBRID | 2013 |
| Date Owners Notified | Date Received by ODI | Date Added to Database |
| 2013-08-05 | 2013-07-10 | 2013-07-16 |
Production Dates: 2012-01-19 - 2013-06-25
Manufacturers Involved: Ford Motor Company
Manufacturer Campaign Number: 13C02
Component: STRUCTURE
Potential Number Of Units Affected: 33021
Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: 201
Ford Motor Company is recalling certain model year 2013 C-Max hybrid vehicles, without panoramic roofs, that were manufactured January 19, 2012, through June 25, 2013. During vehicle testing, the vehicle exceeded a head injury criteria requirement set by the standard. Thus, these vehicles fail to conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 201, "Occupant Protection in Interior Impact."
In the event of a crash, an occupant could be at an increased risk of an injury.
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will install energy absorbers between the headliner and the roof. The recall began on August 5, 2013. Owners may contact the Ford customer relationship center at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's recall number is 13C02.
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.
