The problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015 Fusion and Lincoln MKZ vehicles. In the event of a crash, heat from the deployment of a seat belt pretensioner may cause a front seat belt anchor cable to fail.
The risk
A failed seat belt anchor cable cannot properly restrain the front seat occupants, increasing their risk of injury.
The fix
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will apply a protective coating to the seat belt cable, free of charge. The recall began September 9, 2019. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 19S25. Note: This recall is an expansion of a recall 16V-875.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 19V-590 (19V590000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | 19S25 |
| Manufacturer | Ford Motor Company |
| Component | Seat belts › Front |
| Report date | August 12, 2019 |
| Owners notified | September 9, 2019 |
| Vehicles affected | 103,374 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the seat belts
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 19V-590 repair free?
Yes. Ford dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will apply a protective coating to the seat belt cable, free of charge. The recall began September 9, 2019. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 19S25.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 103,374 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.