2017 Ford Transit | 2015 Ford Transit | 2016 Ford Transit — Power train: driveline: driveshaft
Published June 29, 2017 · Recall initiated: June 26, 2017
Summary
NHTSA records recall 17V408000, published June 29, 2017 and initiated June 26, 2017. Recalling firm: Ford Motor Company; 2017 Ford Transit | 2015 Ford Transit | 2016 Ford Transit — Power train: driveline: driveshaft.
What's the hazard
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling all 2015-2017 Transit vehicles except 156" and 178" wheelbase Chassis Cab and Cut-Away bodies. In the affected vehicles, the flexible coupling connecting the transmission to the driveshaft may prematurely fail.
What to do
Ford will notify owners, and as an interim repair, dealers will replace the flexible coupling on any vehicle with more than 30,000 miles. A final remedy repair of a redesigned flexible coupling or a revised driveshaft equipped with a universal joint is being developed and is expected in early 2018. These repairs will be made free of charge. Interim notifications informing owners of the safety risk were mailed July 21, 2017. Owners will receive a second notice when remedy parts become available. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 17S15.
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Recall details
- Brand
- FORD
- Model
- TRANSIT
- Manufacturer
- Ford Motor Company
- Lot
- 2017 FORD TRANSIT | 2015 FORD TRANSIT | 2016 FORD TRANSIT
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2017 Ford Transit | 2015 Ford Transit | 2016 Ford Transit — Power train: driveline: driveshaft recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 17V408000 on June 29, 2017. Reported hazard: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling all 2015-2017 Transit vehicles except 156" and 178" wheelbase Chassis Cab and Cut-Away bodies. In the affected vehicles, the flexible coupling connecting the transmission to the driveshaft may prematurely fail.
What should I do if I have this product?
Ford will notify owners, and as an interim repair, dealers will replace the flexible coupling on any vehicle with more than 30,000 miles. A final remedy repair of a redesigned flexible coupling or a revised driveshaft equipped with a universal joint is being developed and is expected in early 2018. These repairs will be made free of charge. Interim notifications informing owners of the safety risk were mailed July 21, 2017. Owners will receive a second notice when remedy parts become available. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 17S15.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: FORD. Model: TRANSIT.