Ford Transit recalled over injury risk

Recall date

August 23, 2024

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Ford Motor Company recalls 2024 Ford Transit

Recall number

24V636000

Brand / firm

Ford

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 373 units

Why it was recalled

An overloaded vehicle may result in steering knuckle failure and a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024 Transit vehicles. The front gross axle weight rating may be labeled incorrectly on the vehicle B-pillar label and the owner's manual label, which can result in an overloaded vehicle.

What to do

Dealers will replace the labels, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 23, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S53.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.