Sample Recalls from a 1995 Ford F-150
96V055006: SEAT RECLINER TO SEAT FRAME BOLTS NHTSA RECALL BULLETIN Reference Number(s): 96V055006 VEHICLE DESCRIPTIONModel(s): 1994-96 Chevrolet Pickup C15001994-96 Chevrolet Pickup K15001994-96 Ford F Pickup Campaign No: 96V055006 Number of Affected Vehicles: 509Beginning Date of Manufacture: 1994 JULEnding Date of Manufacture: 1996 FEBLight Duty Extended Cab Conversion Pickup Trucks by Mater Vans. Light Duty Extended Cab Conversion Pickup Trucks equipped with Front High-back Bucket Seats or 60/40 Split Bench Seats provided by Vehicle Safety Systems (VSS). Also see campaign 96E010, VSS. SYSTEMInterior; Seat Track Anchors And Seat. FAULTSeat Recliner to Seat Frame Attaching Bolts. DESCRIPTION OF DEFECTThe seat recliner to seat frame attaching bolts on these vehicles could loosen, fatigue, and fracture, allowing the seat back to suddenly recline. CONSEQUENCE OF DEFECTIf this were to occur to the driver's seat, this could result in a sudden loss of vehicle control increasing the risk of a vehicle accident. CORRECTIVE ACTIONVSS is conducting the notification and remedy campaign for this recall. Dealers will remove all foam and/or fabric sandwiched between the recliner assembly and the seat frame, install washers between the seat recliner and the seat frame at each attachment point, and install new attaching bolts torqued to a higher specification. These corrections will be made to both the driver's and passenger's seats.Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact VSS at 1-800-742-5043. Also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Auto Safety Hotline at 1-800-424-9393. ADDITIONAL INFORMATIONThe National Highway Traffic Safety Administration operates Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Eastern Time. For more information call (800) 424-9393 or (202) 366-0123. For the hearing impaired, call (800) 424-9153. To get a complete list of your vehicle's recall information that is updated on a monthly basis CLICK HERE  Reference Number(s): 96V055008 VEHICLE DESCRIPTION Model(s): 1994-96 Chevrolet Pickup C1500 1994-96 Chevrolet Pickup K1500 1994-96 Ford F Pickup Campaign No: 96V055008 Number of Affected Vehicles: 410 Beginning Date of Manufacture: 1994 JUL Ending Date of Manufacture: 1996 FEB Light Duty Extended Cab Conversion Pickup Trucks by American Van. Light Duty Extended Cab Conversion Pickup Trucks Equipped with Front High-back Bucket Seats or 60/40 Split Bench Seats provided by Vehicle Safety Systems (VSS). Also see campaign 96E010, VSS. SYSTEM Interior; Seat Track Anchors And Seat. FAULT Seat Recliner to Seat Frame Attaching Bolts. DESCRIPTION OF DEFECT The seat recliner to seat frame attaching bolts on these vehicles could loosen, fatigue, and fracture, allowing the seat back to suddenly recline. CONSEQUENCE OF DEFECT If this were to occur to the driver's seat, this could result in a sudden loss of vehicle control increasing the risk of a vehicle accident. CORRECTIVE ACTION VSS is conducting the notification and remedy campaign for this recall. Dealers will remove all foam and/or fabric sandwiched between the recliner assembly and the seat frame, install washers between the seat recliner and the seat frame at each attachment point, and install new attaching bolts torqued to a higher specification. These corrections will be made to both the driver's and passenger's seats. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact VSS at 1-800-742-5043. Also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Auto Safety Hotline at 1-800-424-9393. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration operates Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Eastern Time. For more information call (800) 424-9393 or (202) 366-0123. For the hearing impaired, call (800) 424-9153. To get a complete list of your vehicle's recall information that is updated on a monthly basis CLICK HERE Reference Number(s): 96V055009 VEHICLE DESCRIPTION Model(s): 1994-96 Chevrolet Pickup C1500 1994-96 Chevrolet Pickup C2500 1994-96 Chevrolet Pickup C3500 1994-96 Chevrolet Pickup K1500 1994-96 Chevrolet Pickup K2500 1994-96 Chevrolet Pickup K3500 1994-96 Ford F Pickup Campaign No: 96V055009 Number of Affected Vehicles: 185 Beginning Date of Manufacture: 1994 AUG Ending Date of Manufacture: 1996 FEB Light Duty Extended Cab Conversion Pickup Trucks by Kustom Kreations. Light Duty Extended Cab Conversion Pickup Trucks Equipped with Front High-back Bucket Seats or 60/40 Split Bench Seats provided by Vehicle Safety Systems (VSS). Also see campaign 96E010, VSS. SYSTEM Interior; Seat Track Anchors And Seat. FAULT Seat Recliner to Seat Frame Attaching Bolts. DESCRIPTION OF DEFECT The seat recliner to seat frame attaching bolts on these vehicles could loosen, fatigue, and fracture, allowing the seat back to suddenly recline. CONSEQUENCE OF DEFECT If this were to occur to the driver's seat, this could result in a sudden loss of vehicle control increasing the risk of a vehicle accident. CORRECTIVE ACTION VSS is conducting the notification and remedy campaign for this recall. Dealers will remove all foam and/or fabric sandwiched between the recliner assembly and the seat frame, install washers between the seat recliner and the seat frame at each attachment point, and install new attaching bolts torqued to a higher specification. These corrections will be made to both the driver's and passenger's seats. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact VSS at 1-800-742-5043. Also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Auto Safety Hotline at 1-800-424-9393. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration operates Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Eastern Time. For more information call (800) 424-9393 or (202) 366-0123. For the hearing impaired, call (800) 424-9153. To get a complete list of your vehicle's recall information that is updated on a monthly basis CLICK HERE Reference Number(s): 96V055010 VEHICLE DESCRIPTION Model(s): 1994-96 Chevrolet Pickup C1500 1994-96 Chevrolet Pickup C2500 1994-96 Ford F Pickup 1994-96 GMC Pickup C1500 1994-96 GMC Pickup C2500 Campaign No: 96V055010 Number of Affected Vehicles: 102 Beginning Date of Manufacture: 1995 JAN Ending Date of Manufacture: 1996 JUL Light duty extended cab conversion pickup trucks by Mariah Custom. Light duty extended cab conversion pickup trucks equipped with front high-back seats or 60/40 split bench seats provided by Vehicle Safety Systems. SYSTEM Interior; Seat Track Anchors and Seat. DESCRIPTION OF DEFECT The seat recliner to seat frame attaching bolts on these vehicles could loosen, fatigue, and fracture, allowing the seat back to suddenly recline. CONSEQUENCE OF DEFECT If this were to occur to the driver's seat, this could result in a sudden loss of vehicle control increasing the risk of a vehicle accident. CORRECTIVE ACTION Dealers will remove all foam and/or fabric sandwiched between the recliner assembly and the seat frame, install washers between the seat recliner and the seat frame at each attachment point, and install new attaching bolts torqued to a higher specification. These corrections will be made to both the driver's and passenger's seats. OWNER NOTIFICATION VSS is conducting the notification and remedy campaign for this recall. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact VSS at 1-800-742-5043. Also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Auto Safety Hotline at 1-800-424-9393. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration operates Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Eastern Time. For more information call (800) 424-9393 or (202) 366-0123. For the hearing impaired, call (800) 424-9153. To get a complete list of your vehicle's recall information that is updated on a monthly basis CLICK HERE
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