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2001 FORD Explorer SEATS Recalls

1 recall Highest severity: Low Priority

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SEATS Safety Recalls

Low Priority #03V281000 NHTSA Official Language
Component

SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:RECLINER

Manufacturer
FORD MOTOR COMPANY
What Happened
ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH HIGH BACK SEATS, THE UPPER BOLT ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE HIGH BACK SEAT, THAT ATTACHES THE SEAT RECLINER MECHANISM TO THE SEAT BACK FRAME, COULD FRACTURE. IF THE BOLT FRACTURES AND DOES NOT JAM IN THE SEAT BACK FRAME, THE SEAT BACK MAY RECLINE UNTIL IT MAKES CONTACT WITH AN OBJECT BEHIND THE SEAT, SUCH AS THE SECOND ROW SEAT CUSHION.
Risk if Unfixed
THE DRIVER COULD POTENTIALLY LOSE CONTACT WITH THE STEERING WHEEL OR FOOT PEDALS DURING SUCH AN EVENT, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Free Fix
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.
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Other FORD Explorer 2001 Recalls

EXTERIOR LIGHTING
4 recalls
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
3 recalls
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
1 recall
TIRES
1 recall
EQUIPMENT
1 recall
STRUCTURE
1 recall

Other FORD Explorer Years

2027
1 recall
2026
14 recalls
2025
20 recalls
2024
10 recalls
2023
15 recalls
2022
24 recalls
2021
26 recalls
2020
33 recalls
2019
6 recalls
2018
7 recalls
2017
14 recalls
2016
15 recalls
2015
9 recalls
2014
7 recalls
2013
12 recalls
2012
7 recalls
2011
8 recalls
2010
2 recalls
2009
1 recall
2008
3 recalls
2007
3 recalls
2006
4 recalls
2005
3 recalls
2004
4 recalls
2003
7 recalls
2002
10 recalls
2000
15 recalls

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2021 MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the 2001 FORD Explorer safe to drive?

This model year has 1 recorded safety recall. Model-level listings do not establish VIN-specific open recalls or whether this vehicle is safe to drive. Check your VIN and contact the manufacturer for recall instructions.

What is the SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:RECLINER recall for the 2001 FORD Explorer? (Campaign #03V281000)

ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH HIGH BACK SEATS, THE UPPER BOLT ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE HIGH BACK SEAT, THAT ATTACHES THE SEAT RECLINER MECHANISM TO THE SEAT BACK FRAME, COULD FRACTURE. IF THE BOLT FRACTURES AND DOES NOT JAM IN THE SEAT BACK FRAME, THE SEAT BACK MAY RECLINE UNTIL IT MAKES CONTACT WITH AN OBJECT BEHIND THE SEAT, SUCH AS THE SECOND ROW SEAT CUSHION. THE DRIVER COULD POTENTIALLY LOSE CONTACT WITH THE STEERING WHEEL OR FOOT PEDALS DURING SUCH AN EVENT, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH. 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.