2015 Ford Transit | 2016 Ford Transit | 2017 Ford Transit — Power train: driveline: driveshaft
Published October 28, 2019 · Recall initiated: October 25, 2019
Summary
NHTSA records recall 19V767000, published October 28, 2019 and initiated October 25, 2019. Recalling firm: Ford Motor Company; 2015 Ford Transit | 2016 Ford Transit | 2017 Ford Transit — Power train: driveline: driveshaft.
What's the hazard
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Transit vehicles. This recall includes all full-size Transit vehicles previously recalled under 17V-408 except ones that received mechanical universal joint (u-joint) as a remedy and any 156" or 178" wheelbase Chassis Cab and Cut-Away bodies models. 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 every 40,000 miles until the final remedy is available. The final remedy will consist of installation of a driveshaft front section equipped with a mechanical u-joint in place of the flexible coupling. These repairs will be made free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on April 1, 2020. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 19S38. Note: This recall supersedes recall number 17V-408.
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Recall details
- Brand
- FORD
- Model
- TRANSIT
- Manufacturer
- Ford Motor Company
- Lot
- 2015 FORD TRANSIT | 2016 FORD TRANSIT | 2017 FORD TRANSIT
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2015 Ford Transit | 2016 Ford Transit | 2017 Ford Transit — Power train: driveline: driveshaft recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 19V767000 on October 28, 2019. Reported hazard: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Transit vehicles. This recall includes all full-size Transit vehicles previously recalled under 17V-408 except ones that received mechanical universal joint (u-joint) as a remedy and any 156" or 178" wheelbase Chassis Cab and Cut-Away bodies models. 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 every 40,000 miles until the final remedy is available. The final remedy will consist of installation of a driveshaft front section equipped with a mechanical u-joint in place of the flexible coupling. These repairs will be made free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on April 1, 2020. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 19S38. Note: This recall supersedes recall number 17V-408.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: FORD. Model: TRANSIT.