Visibility: windshield wiper/washerRecall 12V-374 · 2011–2012 Ford Transit Connect
FORD MOTOR COMPANY recall 12V-374 covers 16,330 2011–2012 Ford Transit Connect for a visibility: windshield wiper/washer problem, reported to NHTSA on August 2, 2012.
Source: NHTSA recall 12V374000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
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.
The risk
If the wiper arm detaches, the windshield wiper will fail and the driver's visibility may be reduced, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
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.
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.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.