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NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 19V103000

2018 Ford Transit | 2019 Ford Transit | 2015 Ford Transit | 2016 Ford Transit | 2017 Ford Transit — Power train: driveline: driveshaft

Published February 21, 2019 · Recall initiated: February 21, 2019

Summary

NHTSA records recall 19V103000, published February 21, 2019. Recalling firm: Ford Motor Company; 2018 Ford Transit | 2019 Ford Transit | 2015 Ford Transit | 2016 Ford Transit | 2017 Ford Transit — Power train: driveline: driveshaft.

What's the hazard

XL Hybrids, Inc (XL) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Ford Transit vehicles modified to be equipped with XL's electric hybrid system. The cardan (universal) joint on the front driveshaft may fail, possibly causing the front driveshaft to detach.

What to do

XL will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front driveshaft with an updated one, free of charge. The recall began April 15, 2019. Owners may contact XL Hybrid's customer service at 1-833-953-5338.

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Recall details

Brand
FORD
Model
TRANSIT
Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
Lot
2018 FORD TRANSIT | 2019 FORD TRANSIT | 2015 FORD TRANSIT | 2016 FORD TRANSIT | 2017 FORD TRANSIT
Risk classification
V
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was 2018 Ford Transit | 2019 Ford Transit | 2015 Ford Transit | 2016 Ford Transit | 2017 Ford Transit — Power train: driveline: driveshaft recalled?

Yes. NHTSA published recall 19V103000 on February 21, 2019. Reported hazard: XL Hybrids, Inc (XL) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Ford Transit vehicles modified to be equipped with XL's electric hybrid system. The cardan (universal) joint on the front driveshaft may fail, possibly causing the front driveshaft to detach.

What should I do if I have this product?

XL will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front driveshaft with an updated one, free of charge. The recall began April 15, 2019. Owners may contact XL Hybrid's customer service at 1-833-953-5338.

How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?

Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: FORD. Model: TRANSIT.

View official NHTSA notice(opens on nhtsa.gov)