Ford Motor Company recalls 2014–2016 Lincoln Mkz, Fusion, Fiesta

Recall date

March 23, 2020

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Recall number

20V177000

Brand / firm

Lincoln, Ford

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 288,110 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) is recalling certain 2014-2015 Fiesta, 2014-2016 Fusion and Lincoln MKZ vehicles sold, or ever registered in Alabama, Arkansas, Arizona, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, New Mexico, Nevada, Oklahoma, Oregon, South Carolina, Texas, Utah, Washington, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan), and the U.S. Virgin Islands. 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 Ford or Lincoln dealers will replace the side door latches, free of charge. The recall began September 21, 2020. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20S15.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.