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2016-2017 Ford Transit Connect recall: pretensioner

Ford Motor Company reported this safety recall on May 27, 2020. It covers about 1,616 vehicles.

vehicles affected
1,616
reported
May 27, 2020
owners notified
Aug 7, 2020

Seat belts: pretensioner

What is wrong
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Transit Connect vehicles. The front driver and/or passenger seat belt pretensioner initiators could contain an improper generant mix ratio that may prevent the seat belt pretensioners from deploying in the event of a crash.
Risk
In the event of a crash, the front driver and/or passenger seat belt pretensioners may not deploy, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace seat belt assemblies as necessary, free of charge. This recall began August 7, 2020. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1‑866‑436‑7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20S25.

Recall number 20V305000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 20V305000

Is there a recall on the 2016-2017 Ford Transit Connect pretensioner?

Yes. Recall 20V305000, reported on May 27, 2020, covers about 1,616 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 20V305000?

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace seat belt assemblies as necessary, free of charge. This recall began August 7, 2020. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1‑866‑436‑7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20S25.

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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