Ford Explorer Air Bag Recall

Ford has announced that 488 vehicles have been affected by a Air Bag recall.

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 Explorer and 2020 Lincoln Aviator vehicles. The side air bag and/or seat back module attachments may not have been properly tightened in the front seat backs.

If the side air bag or seat back fasteners were not properly tightened, the side air bag deployment could be affected, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.

Ford Explorer Recall Air Bag

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will remove front seat back panels from one or both front seats (VIN-specific) and verify that the fasteners have been properly tightened, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin September 7, 2020. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20S48.

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Where and How to Get Your Ford Explorer Air Bag Recall Fixed

Asbury Automotive Group is a Fortune 500 dealer group with dealerships all over the United States. All of our Ford dealers will diagnose the Ford Explorer Air Bag recall and fix it free of charge in accordance with Ford OEM guidelines and instructions.

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