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2015-2016 Ford Transit recall: buckle assembly

Ford Motor Company reported this safety recall on February 25, 2016. It covers about 48,990 vehicles.

vehicles affected
48,990
reported
Feb 25, 2016
owners notified
May 18, 2016
related complaints
14

Seat belts: rear/other: buckle assembly

What is wrong
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Transit vehicles manufactured February 13, 2014, to January 13, 2016 and equipped with rear passenger seats. The rear seat belt buckles may be damaged if a heavy object is placed on, or impacts, the top of the buckle. The damage may prevent the buckle from latching or from remaining latched.
Risk
An unlatched seat belt increases the risk of injury to the occupant in the event of a crash.
Remedy
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will modify or replace the seat belt buckles, depending on their location in the vehicle, free of charge. The recall began May 18, 2016. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1‑866‑436‑7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16S06.

Recall number 16V111000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 14 complaints about seat belts problems.

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Questions about recall 16V111000

Is there a recall on the 2015-2016 Ford Transit buckle assembly?

Yes. Recall 16V111000, reported on February 25, 2016, covers about 48,990 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 16V111000?

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will modify or replace the seat belt buckles, depending on their location in the vehicle, free of charge. The recall began May 18, 2016. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1‑866‑436‑7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16S06.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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