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    Products Liability Law Daily Wrap Up, NHTSA NEWS—MOTOR VEHICLES—Dislodged seat bolt concerns lead Ford to recall nearly 180,000 vehicles, (May 7, 2026)

    Organizations Mentioned:Ford Motor Co.

    By Joe Cox, J.D.

    Dealers will inspect and replace the pivot links and bolts as necessary.

    Ford Motor Company is recalling about 179,698 2024-2026 Ranger and Bronco vehicles. Within the vehicles in question, the front seats may have a loose or dislodged seat frame heig ...

    By Joe Cox, J.D.

    Dealers will inspect and replace the pivot links and bolts as necessary.

    Ford Motor Company is recalling about 179,698 2024-2026 Ranger and Bronco vehicles. Within the vehicles in question, the front seats may have a loose or dislodged seat frame height-adjust pivot bolt. A seat with a dislodged bolt may not properly restrain an occupant in a crash, increasing the risk of injury (NHTSA Recall Notice, No. 26V268, Report receipt date: Apr. 28, 2026).

    Remedy. Dealers will inspect and replace the pivot links and bolts as necessary, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, are expected to be mailed May 11, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available, anticipated in July 2026.

    Contact information. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford’s number for this recall is 26S30.

    Companies: Ford Motor Co.

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