NHTSA Campaign Id 17V210000; Date: Mar. 27, 2017
A door that is not securely latched could open while the vehicle is in motion, increasing the risk of injury to a vehicle occupant.
Recalled Vehicles:2014 Ford Fiesta; 2013 Ford Fusion; 2014 Ford Fusion; 2013 Lincoln MKZ; 2014 Lincoln MKZ
Component: Latches/locks/linkages:doors:latch
Manufactured by: Ford Motor Company
Affected Units:: 191,432
Recall Summary:Ford motor company (Ford) is recalling certain 2014 Ford fiesta, 2013-2014 Ford fusion and 2013-2014 Lincoln mkz vehicles. A component within the door latches may break making the doors difficult to latch and/or leading the driver or a passenger to believe a door is securely closed when, in fact, it is not.
How to Fix:Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace all four door latches, free of charge. The recall began may 1, 2017. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 15s16.
Recall 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.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: May 1, 2017
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