2011 Ford Transit Connect | 2012 Ford Transit Connect — Visibility: windshield wiper/washer
Published August 2, 2012 · Recall initiated: August 2, 2012
Summary
NHTSA records recall 12V374000, published August 2, 2012. Recalling firm: Ford Motor Company; 2011 Ford Transit Connect | 2012 Ford Transit Connect — Visibility: windshield wiper/washer.
What's the hazard
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.
What to do
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.
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Recall details
- Brand
- FORD
- Model
- TRANSIT CONNECT
- Manufacturer
- Ford Motor Company
- Lot
- 2011 FORD TRANSIT CONNECT | 2012 FORD TRANSIT CONNECT
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2011 Ford Transit Connect | 2012 Ford Transit Connect — Visibility: windshield wiper/washer recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 12V374000 on August 2, 2012. Reported hazard: 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.
What should I do if I have this product?
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.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: FORD. Model: TRANSIT CONNECT.