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NHTSARecalled Jul 10, 2013 · #13V303000

Energy Absorber Between the Headliner/FMVSS 201

Hazard

Vehicle safety defect

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Description

Ford Motor Company is recalling certain model year 2013 C-Max hybrid vehicles, without panoramic roofs, that were manufactured January 19, 2012, through June 25, 2013. During vehicle testing, the vehicle exceeded a head injury criteria requirement set by the standard. Thus, these vehicles fail to conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 201, "Occupant Protection in Interior Impact." In the event of a crash, an occupant could be at an increased risk of an injury.

Product details

Product
Energy Absorber Between the Headliner/FMVSS 201
Type
Vehicle
Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
Model numbers
UPCs

What you should do

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will install energy absorbers between the headliner and the roof. The recall began on August 5, 2013. Owners may contact the Ford customer relationship center at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's recall number is 13C02.

View the official CPSC notice