The problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017 Ford Explorer Police Interceptor vehicles. The affected vehicles may be missing the two front inboard attachments for the second row seats. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 207, "Seating systems", and (FMVSS) number 210, "Seat belt assembly anchorages."
The risk
Seats with missing inboard attachments may not adequately restrain an occupant in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles to verify that they have the second row seat attachment studs, installing them if not, free of charge. The recall began on August 14, 2017. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 17C10.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 17V-401 (17V401000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | 17C10 |
| Manufacturer | Ford Motor Company |
| Component | Seats › Mid/rear assembly |
| Report date | June 26, 2017 |
| Owners notified | August 14, 2017 |
| Vehicles affected | 4 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 17V-401 repair free?
Yes. Ford dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles to verify that they have the second row seat attachment studs, installing them if not, free of charge. The recall began on August 14, 2017.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 4 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.