Major Mustang Recall
by CP Staff
Ford Motor Co. confirmed yesterday that it will recall 470,000 Ford Mustangs from the 2005-2008 model years to recalibrate how forcefully the air bag deploys on the front passenger side of the car.
Internal testing showed the air bag could injure a small, unbelted passenger, according to a Ford spokesperson.
In what amounts to a software update, the company said the fix would address "a very rare scenario," for which there had been no reports of injuries or accidents tied to the recall.
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According to NHTSA's recall report, the risk of injury is greater for small females in the front passenger seat who are unbelted, sitting with their seat in the full-forward position.
To fix the problem, Ford dealerships will reprogram a restraint control module free of charge. Recalls are expected to begin Feb. 28. Consumers can call 866-436-7332. Ford will begin mailing notifications to affected owners in March.
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