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What is the Ford Rear Occupant Alert System?

The Rear Occupant Alert System* is a safety feature that alerts the driver to check the back seat of the vehicle for occupants after the ignition is turned off.

Using the Rear Occupant Alert System

Select your vehicle configuration from the drop-down options below to learn what causes the Rear Occupant Alert System to engage.

Note: Instructions may vary depending on your vehicle's model and year. See your Owner’s Manual for information specific to your vehicle.

Four-Door Vehicles

To trigger the Rear Occupant Alert System in a vehicle with four doors, perform these steps within 15 minutes before starting your vehicle.

  1. Open the rear door of the vehicle.

  2. Buckle the rear seat belt.

    Note: If the vehicle's Child Seat Installed option is enabled, the rear seat belt buckling step is not needed. For additional information, refer to How do I enable or disable the Rear Occupant Alert System?

  3. Close the rear door.
  4. Turn the vehicle ignition on.

Two-Door Vehicles

To trigger the Rear Occupant Alert System in a vehicle with two doors, perform these steps within 15 minutes before starting your vehicle.

  1. Open the driver's side door.

  2. Buckle the rear seat belt.

    Note: If the vehicle's Child Seat Installed option is enabled, the rear seat belt buckling step is not needed. For additional information, refer to How do I enable or disable the Rear Occupant Alert System?

  3. Close the driver's side door.
  4. Turn the vehicle ignition on.

Additional Information

How do I enable or disable Rear Occupant Alert System? 

*Feature is available on select vehicles. Features may vary based on model year, trim, options, packages, and supply availability. Use the Build and Price tool to view feature availability on current models. If you have questions or need more information, reference your Owner’s Manual or contact your Ford Dealer.