Ford Motor Company is recalling certain model year 2015 Ford Transit vehicles manufactured May
— Recall Campaign #15V865000
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2015 Ford Transit vehicles manufactured May 1, 2015, to June 26, 2015, and equipped with dual rear wheels. The affected vehicles have a left or right rear axle drive shafts that may fracture, resulting in loss of drive power. Additionally, the vehicle may unexpectedly roll if it is parked without the parking brake applied.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 1,170 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
15V865000
| Manufacturer: | Ford Motor Company |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | December 22, 2015 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 15V865000 |
| Units affected: | 1,170 |
- Description:
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2015 Ford Transit vehicles manufactured May 1, 2015, to June 26, 2015, and equipped with dual rear wheels. The affected vehicles have a left or right rear axle drive shafts that may fracture, resulting in loss of drive power. Additionally, the vehicle may unexpectedly roll if it is parked without the parking brake applied.
- Consequeces:
- A loss of drive power or vehicle rollaway after being parked can increase the risk of a vehicle crash.
- Corrective action:
- Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the left and right axle drive shafts, free of charge. The recall began February 9, 2016. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 15S37.
- Notes:
- 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.