CarRecallWatch- Component
- LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
- Problem
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2014-2016 Transit Connect vehicles. The front door latch pawl may crack and prevent the door from latching.
- Risk
- An unlatched door can open while driving, increasing the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and replace the front door latches as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 2, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23S36.
- 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.nhtsa.gov.
What this recall means for you
The front door latch pawl, a small part inside the door latch, may crack. When it cracks, the front door may not latch properly.
An unlatched door can open while the vehicle is being driven, which increases the risk of injury to occupants. Owners should take this recall seriously and have the repair done promptly.
Authorized Ford dealers will inspect the front door latches and replace them as necessary, at no charge. Owners who received the notification letter mailed February 2, 2024 can contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332, referencing recall 23S36. You can also check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for open recalls to confirm whether your vehicle is affected.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Ford Transit Connect | 201420152016 |
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