The problem
Vehicle description: certain passenger vehicles with medium graphite seat belts fail to comply with the requirements of FMVSS no. 209, "seat belt assemblies." an incorrect front center seat belt and retractor assembly May have been installed.
The risk
In the event of a vehicle crash, the occupant May not be properly restrained.
The fix
All suspect vehicles have had the seat belts inspected or replaced by Ford.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 00V-364 (00V364000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | 00S40 |
| Manufacturer | Ford Motor Company |
| Component | Seat belts › Front |
| Report date | November 13, 2000 |
| Owners notified | November 13, 2000 |
| Vehicles affected | 34 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the seat belts
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 00V-364 repair free?
Yes. Lincoln dealers will fix the problem at no cost: All suspect vehicles have had the seat belts inspected or replaced by Ford.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 34 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.