NHTSA Recall 12V374000
NHTSA Campaign Id 12V374000; Date: Aug. 2, 2012
If the wiper arm detaches, the windshield wiper will fail and the driver's visibility may be reduced, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2011 Ford Transit Connect; 2012 Ford Transit Connect
Component: Visibility:windshield Wiper/washer
Manufactured by: Ford Motor Company
Affected Units:: 16,330
Recall Summary:
Ford motor company is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 transit connect vehicles. The wiper arms may not be adequately riveted resulting in incomplete or inconsistent clearing of the windshield and possible detachment of the wiper arm.
How to Fix:
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver and passenger side wiper arm and blade assemblies, free of charge. The safety recall began on August 15, 2012. Owners may contact Ford at 1-866-436-7332.
Recall Notes:
Ford's recall campaign number is 12s36. 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.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Aug 15, 2012
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