The Recall Desk
SevereNHTSA·11V246000·Announced 2011-04-20

Ford Recalls 2011 E-Series Trucks for Driver Seat Track Defect

Ford is recalling 2011 E-150, E-250, E-350, and E-450 trucks because the driver's power seat track worm gear may fracture under high loads, increasing injury risk in a crash.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (seat track fracture) that increases the risk and severity of injuries to the driver in a crash, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

Ford Motor Company is recalling certain 2011 model year E-150, E-250, E-350, and E-450 trucks. The recall addresses a failure to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 207, "Seating Systems." The defect involves the driver's power seat track worm gear, which may fracture under unusually high loads, such as during a crash.

If the worm gear fractures, the seat could shift unrestrained forward or backward. This movement increases the risk and/or severity of injuries to the driver in the event of a crash or other circumstances of severe loading.

The safety recall began on May 4, 2011. Dealers will inspect the driver's seat track assembly and replace it free of charge if necessary. Owners may contact Ford Motor Company Customer Relationship Center at 1-866-436-7332 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
FORD E-350, E-250, E-150, E-450
Brand
FORD
Manufacturer
FORD MOTOR COMPANY
Category
Vehicle — Light Truck
Hazard
Affected units
192

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (4)

  • E-350
  • E-250
  • E-150
  • E-450

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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