McCune Law Group Sues Ford Over Alleged Seatbelt Failures

A class action lawsuit has been filed against Ford Motor Company by the McCune Law Group (MLG), alleging serious safety defects in the seatbelt systems of model year 2011-2019 Ford Explorers. The complaint was submitted to the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Michigan on behalf of current and former owners of these vehicles, particularly focusing on the second-row inflatable seatbelts.

The lawsuit, led by attorney Todd A. Walburg of MLG and representing plaintiff Jeffrey Terrell, claims that Ford has failed to adequately disclose issues related to the seatbelt system. Introduced in 2011, these inflatable seatbelts are purported to have significant flaws. According to the complaint, the latching mechanism can malfunction, causing seatbelts to unintentionally release or become stuck, which triggers an airbag warning light on the dashboard. This malfunction reportedly indicates that the vehicle’s airbags may become inoperative, increasing the risk of injury or death for occupants in the event of an accident.

The lawsuit details that Ford has been aware of these seatbelt issues through numerous complaints from consumers, reports from dealers, and data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Despite this knowledge, Ford allegedly has not taken sufficient action to repair the affected vehicles when complaints arise, often recommending expensive repairs that owners must pay for out of pocket, even if the vehicles are still under warranty.

MLG argues that had consumers known about these defects at the time of purchase, they either would not have bought the vehicles or would have paid significantly less for them. The lawsuit seeks compensation for all affected Ford Explorer owners, underlining the firm’s commitment to consumer rights and accountability in the automotive industry.

MLG is encouraging individuals with relevant experiences or who have faced similar seatbelt issues in their 2011-2019 Ford Explorers to come forward. The firm has a long-standing history of advocating for consumer rights, having recovered over $1 billion for clients over its 30-year history.

For those seeking further information about the lawsuit or who wish to share their experiences, MLG is providing contact options through its Public Relations department. The firm is poised to take significant steps in addressing the concerns raised by this case, reflecting its dedication to holding automakers accountable for product safety.

More information can be found on MLG’s website at mccunewright.com.