Recall 17V205000
STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS
Defect Description
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017 Edge vehicles equipped with the optional Panoramic Vista Roof. These vehicles may have an improperly welded windshield header, reducing the vehicle's lateral structural integrity. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 214, "Side Impact Protection."
Safety Consequence
If the vehicle has reduced lateral structural integrity, the occupants are at an increased risk of injury in the event of a side-impact crash.
Remedy
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will repair the windshield header, free of charge. The recall began May 18, 2017. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for the recall is 17C05.
Affected Vehicles
| Year | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 | FORD | EDGE |
Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.