2015 Ford Transit | 2016 Ford Transit — Seat belts: rear/other: buckle assembly
Published February 25, 2016 · Recall initiated: February 25, 2016
Summary
NHTSA records recall 16V111000, published February 25, 2016. Recalling firm: Ford Motor Company; 2015 Ford Transit | 2016 Ford Transit — Seat belts: rear/other: buckle assembly.
What's the hazard
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Transit vehicles manufactured February 13, 2014, to January 13, 2016 and equipped with rear passenger seats. The rear seat belt buckles may be damaged if a heavy object is placed on, or impacts, the top of the buckle. The damage may prevent the buckle from latching or from remaining latched.
What to do
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will modify or replace the seat belt buckles, depending on their location in the vehicle, free of charge. The recall began May 18, 2016. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16S06.
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Recall details
- Brand
- FORD
- Model
- TRANSIT
- Manufacturer
- Ford Motor Company
- Lot
- 2015 FORD TRANSIT | 2016 FORD TRANSIT
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2015 Ford Transit | 2016 Ford Transit — Seat belts: rear/other: buckle assembly recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 16V111000 on February 25, 2016. Reported hazard: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Transit vehicles manufactured February 13, 2014, to January 13, 2016 and equipped with rear passenger seats. The rear seat belt buckles may be damaged if a heavy object is placed on, or impacts, the top of the buckle. The damage may prevent the buckle from latching or from remaining latched.
What should I do if I have this product?
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will modify or replace the seat belt buckles, depending on their location in the vehicle, free of charge. The recall began May 18, 2016. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16S06.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: FORD. Model: TRANSIT.