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Ford E-150 Recall 11V445: Visibility:Windshield

NHTSA campaign 11V445, reported August 26, 2011, 4,532 vehicles potentially affected.

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Official recall notice

Safety recall 11V445FORD MOTOR COMPANY
Component
VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD
Problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2011 Ford E-150, E-250, E-350, and E-450 vehicles built from May 12, 2011, through May 26, 2011. Due to improper manufacturing conditions, some of the windshields may form bubbles after an extended time in hot temperatures. As such, these vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 205, "Glazing Materials."
Risk
The presence of bubbles may hinder driver's visibility thereby increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the windshield if bubbles are present, free of charge. The recall began in January 2014. Owners may contact the Ford customer relationship center at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's recall campaign number is 11C20.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Affected vehicles

Ford E-1502011
Ford E-2502011
Ford E-3502011
Ford E-4502011