Ford Transit recalled over injury risk

Recall date

August 24, 2016

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Ford Motor Company recalls 2015–2016 Ford Transit

Recall number

16V618000

Brand / firm

Ford

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 2,013 units

Why it was recalled

If debris clogs the fuel system, the engine may stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Transit vehicles manufactured July 15, 2015, to April 14, 2016 and equipped with a 3.2L diesel engine. A fuel injector or the fuel volume control valve may clog due to metallic debris within the fuel system.

What to do

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel injection pump and associated parts and, if necessary, will replace the fuel filter and flush the fuel system, free of charge. The recall began on October 14, 2016. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16S32.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.