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Kiekert Latches/Locks/Linkages recall
Recalled March 2, 2020 · NHTSA recall 20E010000 · Kiekert
Hazard
A door that is not securely latched could open while the vehicle is in motion, increasing the risk of injury or the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Ford and Volvo have recalls to notify their owners, and their dealers will replace all four door latches, free of charge. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332 or Volvo customer service at 1-800-458-1552.
Units
5,641,577 units
Description
Ford and Volvo are recalling cars built with certain Kiekert USA (Kiekert) C1A door latches. A component within the door latches may break as a result of excessive temperatures within the door, making the doors difficult to latch and/or leading the driver or a passenger to believe a door is securely closed when, in fact, it is not.
What to do
Ford and Volvo have recalls to notify their owners, and their dealers will replace all four door latches, free of charge. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332 or Volvo customer service at 1-800-458-1552.
Product
Kiekert C1A
Manufacturer(s)
Kiekert USA
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Official recall notice on nhtsa.gov →