Sept 19 (Reuters) - Ford Motor ( F ) is recalling

101,944 Taurus sedans in the United States due to a defect that

could cause door trim to detach while driving, the National

Highway Traffic Safety Administration said on Friday.

The issue involves the B-pillar trim on the driver and

front passenger doors, which may come loose during vehicle

operation. Detached trim pieces could fall onto the road,

causing a road hazard, NHTSA said in the notice.

The recall affects vehicles from model years 2016

through 2019, the U.S. auto safety regulator said, adding that

Ford dealers will inspect the affected vehicles and repair or

replace the trim as needed, free of charge.