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2022 FORD RANGER — SEATS

99 injured · 2165095 · 2026-01-10

Vehicle

Make
FORD
Model
RANGER
Year
2022
Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
Component
SEATS

Severity

Deaths
0
Injured
99
Fire
No
Crash
No
Police report
No
Medical attention
No
Vehicle towed
No

Narrative

I have developed severe chronic neck and back pain due to the shape and position of the headrests in this vehicle (as well as my wife’s 2024 Hyundai Kona). There is no position that does no cause pain, and I am forced to remove them entirely, or lean forward and not use them, causing a lack of support and different muscle tension. This has been confirmed by my physical therapist. Due to NHTSA requirements, I cannot buy a newer vehicle that does not cause this condition, nor even purchase aftermarket replacements. Being forced to drive without a headrest at all is much more dangerous than having a comfortable option. I have to drive a lot to work and shop because I live in the mountains. Please help. I’m one of millions with this problem.

Source

Authoritative
NHTSA ODI Flat-File Downloads
ODI Number
11710143
Machine
JSON-LD · Markdown