24S06: Expedition (2018-2020) Seatbelt Retractor Pretensioner Recall

Certain 2018–2020 Expedition SUVs have experienced inadvertent deployment of the seatbelt retractor pretensioner while the vehicle’s engine is on. Inadvertent deployment of the retractor pretensioner will result in the seatbelt being locked in position and will not retract or extend.

Certain seatbelt retractor pretensioners may develop internal corrosion and partial separation of an internal weld leading to high resistance, or an open circuit. If left unresolved, this condition may result in inadvertent retractor pretensioner deployment. Increased humidity inside the cab, caused by water leakage after customer air-conditioning usage in the hot temperature areas, may potentially contribute to the development of corrosion.

Dealers will inspect both front seatbelt retractors and replace as necessary. Dealers will also inspect for the presence of a heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) drain tube elbow and install if not present.

Certain 2018-2020 Expedition vehicles built between October 1, 2018, and June 30, 2019.

The airbag warning light may come on prior to an inadvertent retractor pretensioner deployment, should one occur. Most affected vehicles experienced an airbag warning light for an average of six weeks prior to inadvertent deployment.

Customers will begin being notified March 4, 2024.

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