Recall 12V374000: 2011–2012 Ford Transit Connect
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Aug 2, 2012
- Vehicles affected
- 16,330
- Models
- 1
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Ford Motor Company is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Transit Connect vehicles. The wiper arms may not be adequately riveted resulting in incomplete or inconsistent clearing of the windshield and possible detachment of the wiper arm.
The risk
If the wiper arm detaches, the windshield wiper will fail and the driver's visibility may be reduced, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver and passenger side wiper arm and blade assemblies, free of charge. The safety recall began on August 15, 2012. Owners may contact Ford at 1-866-436-7332.
Notes
Ford's recall campaign number is 12S36.Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Affected vehicles
- 2011 Ford Transit Connect
- 2012 Ford Transit Connect
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 12V374000
- Manufacturer campaign
- 12S36
- Manufacturer
- FORD MOTOR COMPANY
- Owner letters
- Aug 15, 2012
- Components
- Visibility:windshield wiper/washer (Visibility & Wipers)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology