Ford Transit Connect (2014) – 14V777000

Defect Description For Recall

Ford Motor Company (Ford) Is Recalling Certain Model Year 2014 Ford Transit Connect Cargo Vans Manufactured August 9, 2013, To September 20, 2014. The Affected Vehicles Are Equipped With Sliding Door Panels That May Have An Improper Bond Strength Between The Plastic Panel And Paint Primer. This Could Cause The Door Panel To Separate From The Vehicle While Driving.

Make Of Vehicle

FORD

Model Of Vehicle

TRANSIT CONNECT

Year

2014

Recall Campaign Number

14V777000

Component Description

Structure:Body:Door

Effect Of Defect

If The Plastic Sliding Door Panel Separates While Driving, It Can Increase The Risk Of A Vehicle Crash.

Fix Defect

Ford Will Notify Owners, And Dealers Will Reinstall The Panel With Proper Materials, Free Of Charge. The Recall Began January 28, 2015. Owners May Contact Ford Customer Service At 1-866-436-7332. Ford’S Number For This Recall Is 14S26.

Vehicle Manufacturer

Ford Motor Company

Start Of Manufacture

20130809

End Of Manufacture

20140920

Type Of Vehicle Recall

V

Number Affected

19825

Date Owners Notified

20150128

Initiated By

Mfr

Responsible Manufacturer

Ford Motor Company

Date Report Received

20141205

Make Campaign Number

14S26

Part Number

Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard