Ford Transit recalled over injury risk

Recall date

April 4, 2016

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Ford Motor Company recalls 2015–2016 Ford Transit

Recall number

16V188000

Brand / firm

Ford

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 37,066 units

Why it was recalled

A side curtain air bag that does not deploy as intended may increase the risk of occupant injury in the event of a crash.

What was recalled

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Transit vehicles manufactured March 12, 2014, to March 18, 2016. In the affected vehicles, the side curtain air bag may not deploy with the proper trajectory due to being folded and packaged incorrectly.

What to do

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and re-orient the side curtain air bag assembly, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on May 18, 2016. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16S13.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.