(AP) — Ford is recalling almost 420,000 vehicles because of a seat belt issue that may result in an injury if a crash occurs.
Affected vehicle models and years
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said in a report Tuesday that the recall includes certain Ford Expedition and Lincoln Navigator vehicles with model years 2018 through 2022.
Details of the seat belt malfunction
The issue involves seat belts that may lock inadvertently, not allowing them to retract or extend. The NHTSA report says a seat belt that doesn't retract or extend may result in an injury if a crash happens. Individuals may also face injury in some instances if the seat belt retracts rapidly.
Recall history and reported injuries
The recall replaces and expands on two previous NHTSA recalls. The report states that Ford Motor Co. is aware of two warranty claims and two field reports related to the latest recall. The company is also aware of one injury.
Instructions for vehicle owners
Vehicle owners will receive a notification in the mail about the recall. They can take their vehicle to a Ford or Lincoln dealer to have both front seat belt retractors inspected and to replace retractors involved in the recall for free.
Contact information for more details
Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332 or the NHTSA at 1-888-327-4236 for more information.
