More than 56,000 Ford trucks recalled over seatbelt issue
In a Wednesday, July 30, letter to the Dearborn, Michigan-based automaker, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reported that the vehicle's audible warning chime may not activate when a driver or passenger's seat belt is unbuckled and the vehicle is started.
The vehicle's failure to ping passengers when their seatbelt is not fastened can increase a person's risk of injury or death if a crash takes place, according to the NHTSA.
Ford reported it is not aware of any accidents or injuries connected to the faulty seat belt systems.
Here's what you need to know about the vehicle recall published by the NHTSA:
Is your car on the list? Ford has issued over 30 recalls since late May.
Ford is recalling certain 2025 F-150 hybrid vehicles. There are potentially 56,473 vehicles impacted.
The affected vehicles are equipped with the 3.5L Hybrid Electric powertrain, according to the report.
Drivers can check the NHTSA website to see if their vehicle has been affected by the recall.
Ford's number for this recall is 25C31.
For more information, contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.
Dealers will update the audio control module software, free of charge, the NHTSA recall notice reads.
Notification letters were expected to be mailed to owners by Aug. 25.
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