Investigation EA01008: 1999–2000 Ford Explorer

Status

CLOSED

Opened

Feb 26, 2001

Closed

Apr 25, 2002

Model years

1999–2000

Subject

Seat belt webbing

Component: Seat belts › Front › Webbing

Summary

Odi opened pe00-044investigation on november 3, 2000, based on a report regarding the death of the occupant of the right front seat in a 2000 model year ford explorer xls involved in a roll-over crash.it is alleged that the webbing of the buckle portion of the seat belt assembly failed during the crash.the occupant was partially ejected from the vehicle, thereby sustaining fatal injuries.this investigation has been opened for further study.

An NHTSA investigation looks into whether a safety defect exists. Opening one is not a finding. Outcomes can include a recall, closure without action, or further inquiry.

Model years covered

• 2000 Ford Explorer952 complaints
• 1999 Ford Explorer1,348 complaints