2012 Ford Transit Connect Recalls

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August 2nd, 2012
Recalled Component
VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER
Recall Date
August 2nd, 2012
Units Effected
16,330
NHTSA Campaign Number: 12V374000
Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY
Manufacturer Campaign Number: 12S36
Date of Owner Notification: August 15th, 2012

Defect 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.

Consequence Summary:
If the wiper arm detaches, the windshield wiper will fail and the driver's visibility may be reduced, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Summary:
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.

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