recall information
Recall number
REC-001573
PRA number
2015/14562
Campaign number
S1414
Original published date
make and model information
Make
Ford
Model
FIESTA
Year range
2014
Affected units
80
What are the defects?
The rear seat belt buckles may have a defective latch.
What are the hazards?
In the event of a frontal impact, a defective latch could fail, causing the rear seat occupant to be unrestrained by the seat belt. If the seat belts do not adequately restrain the occupant, there is an increased risk of injury during a collision.
What should consumers do?
Owners are advised to contact their Ford authorised Dealership for inspection and rectification. For further information, contact any authorised Ford Dealer or Ford's Customer Relationship Centre on 1800 503 672.
Supplier details
Ford Motor Company of Australia Limited
Responsible regulator
Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts is the responsible regulator for this recall.
