Ford Motor Company recalls 2011–2014 Ford Fiesta, Mkz, Fusion

Recall date

April 24, 2015

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Recall number

15V246000

Brand / firm

Ford, Lincoln

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 456,440 units

Why it was recalled

A door that is not securely latched could open while the vehicle is in motion, increasing the risk of injury to a vehicle occupant.

What was recalled

Ford Motor Company (Ford) notified the agency on April 23, 2015, that they are recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Ford Fusion and Lincoln MKZ vehicles manufactured July 1, 2012, to May 31, 2013, and 2012-2014 Fiesta vehicles manufactured February 1, 2012, to May 31, 2013. On April 30, 2015, Ford expanded the recall to cover an additional 119,567 vehicles, including certain model year 2011 Ford Fiestas manufactured from November 11, 2009, to May 31, 2013 and certain model year 2013 Ford Fusion and Lincoln MKZ vehicles manufactured from February 1, 2012, to June 30, 2012. A component within the door latches may break making the doors difficult to latch and/or leading the driver or a passenger to believe a door is securely closed when, in fact, it is not.

What to do

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace all four door latches with an improved part, free of charge. Interim notifications were mailed to owners on June 5, 2015. The recall began on December 18, 2015. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 15S16.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.