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Who makes Ford Performance seats?

Ford Performance seats are a key component of Ford's high-performance vehicles, designed to provide both comfort and support during spirited driving. These seats are crafted with precision and expertise, ensuring they meet the rigorous demands of performance enthusiasts. But who exactly manufactures these specialized seats? Let’s dive into the details.


The Manufacturer Behind Ford Performance Seats


Ford Performance seats are typically manufactured by Recaro, a renowned German company specializing in automotive seating. Recaro has a long-standing reputation for producing high-quality, ergonomic, and performance-oriented seats for various automotive brands, including Ford. These seats are often featured in Ford's high-performance models, such as the Mustang Shelby GT500 and the Focus RS.


Why Recaro is the Preferred Choice


Recaro is chosen for Ford Performance seats due to several key reasons:



  • Ergonomic Design: Recaro seats are engineered to provide optimal support and comfort, reducing driver fatigue during long drives or track sessions.

  • Lightweight Construction: Many Recaro seats are made with lightweight materials, such as carbon fiber, to enhance vehicle performance by reducing overall weight.

  • Safety Features: Recaro seats often include advanced safety features, such as integrated side airbags and compatibility with racing harnesses.

  • Customization Options: Recaro offers a range of customization options, allowing Ford to tailor the seats to match the specific needs of their performance vehicles.


These factors make Recaro a trusted partner for Ford, ensuring that their performance vehicles deliver an exceptional driving experience.


Ford's Collaboration with Recaro


Ford and Recaro have collaborated for years to equip Ford's performance lineup with seats that meet the highest standards of quality and functionality. This partnership has resulted in seats that not only enhance the driving experience but also complement the sporty aesthetics of Ford's performance models.


Conclusion


In summary, Ford Performance seats are primarily manufactured by Recaro, a leader in automotive seating. Their expertise in creating ergonomic, lightweight, and safety-focused seats makes them the ideal choice for Ford's high-performance vehicles. Whether you're taking a Mustang Shelby GT500 for a spin or pushing the limits in a Focus RS, you can trust that the seats are designed to keep you comfortable, secure, and in control.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Ford's performance brand?


Ford Performance is Ford Motor Company's division responsible for designing the brand's highest-performance vehicles. Some notable models from the high-octane wing include the Mustang GTD, F-150 Raptor, and the GT supercar. It also includes Ford's racing teams in NASCAR, Formula Drift, and soon, Formula 1.



Does Ford Performance Parts void the warranty?


This Limited Warranty begins upon installation and registration of the part(s) with Ford Performance and remains in effect for the balance of 12 months or 12,000 miles / 20,000 kilometres, whichever occurs first, calculated from the date of installation. will NOT void your New Vehicle Limited Warranty.



What is special about Recaro seats?


Our seats are a natural extension of the driver and we take great joy in exploring the cutting edge of intuitive seat design, bringing man and machine closer together through a seamless interface of natural interactions. RECARO – close to human perfection.



Who manufactures Ford OEM parts?


Genuine Ford OEM parts are made by Ford explicitly for Ford vehicles. Ford manufactures these parts using the same mechanics and hardware it uses for its original vehicles and components. As a parent company, only Ford knows the technology used for manufacturing its vehicles.



Who makes Ford aftermarket parts?


Motorcraft
Motorcraft manufactures their parts for Ford vehicles, using the exact OEM specifications as implemented in the original manufacture of your Ford. Thus, it will work the same as a Ford Genuine Part. Because Motorcraft has its own brand identity, it produces parts for your Ford under its name.



Why did RECARO discontinue car seats?


The recall is due to possible interference between the harness system and the internal components of the child restraint system. This may cause difficulties when adjusting the harness and, in some cases, the potential loss of integrity of the harness system during the adjustment process.



What is Ford's OEM brand?


If you're looking for high-quality, competitvely priced parts for any Ford vehicle, Motorcraft® is what you need. Not only is Motorcraft® recommended by the Ford Motor Company, you can also count on the right fit, the first time.



Is RECARO owned by Porsche?


In 1963, Reutter sold its body production plant to Porsche and focused on seats. REutter CAROsserie became the seating specialist RECARO. In 2023, that is already 60 years ago. A good reason to take a look at some of the RECARO seats that have shaped our brand during this time.



What was the previous name of Ford Performance?


Ford Racing
Ford Performance (formerly Ford Racing) is the high-performance division of the Ford Motor Company and the multinational name used for its motorsport and racing activity.



What are Ford Mustang seats made of?


Our Ford Mustang leather interior kits are patterned from the original OEM covers to insure a factory fit every time, and are sold with a similar leather to vinyl ratio as the factory leather interiors, which is leather seating surfaces on the front buckets and a leather/matching vinyl combination for the rear bench.


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Kevin Bennet is the founder and owner of Kevin's Autos, a leading automotive service provider in Australia. With a deep commitment to customer satisfaction and years of industry expertise, Kevin uses his blog to answer the most common questions posed by his customers. From maintenance tips to troubleshooting advice, Kevin's articles are designed to empower drivers with the knowledge they need to keep their vehicles running smoothly and safely.