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Arrange a FORD Recall Repair

Have your VIN ready. Ask an authorized dealer to confirm your vehicle is affected and whether the free repair is available.

NHTSA campaign: 03V281000

Customer service number in this filing: 1-800-392-3673

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Bring your VIN and recall campaign number. Ask for a repair order confirming completed work. Check any do-not-drive or park-outside instructions in the original filing.

Original NHTSA repair instructions

DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE DRIVER SEAT UPPER BOLT WITH A METAL SPACER AND BOLT. IN ADDITION, SEATS WITH TUBULAR BACK FRAMES WILL HAVE THE FULLY THREADED LOWER RECLINER BOLT REPLACED WITH A PARTIALLY THREADED BOLT. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN ON AUGUST 29, 2003. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT FORD AT 1-800-392-3673.