Ford Motor Company is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Transit Connect vehicles
— Recall Campaign #12V374000
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 recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 16,330 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
12V374000
| Manufacturer: | Ford Motor Company |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | August 02, 2012 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 12V374000 |
| Units affected: | 16,330 |
- Description:
- 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.
- Consequeces:
- If the wiper arm detaches, the windshield wiper will fail and the driver's visibility may be reduced, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Corrective action:
- 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.