Recall 14V703 covers 25,238 2014 Ford Transit Connect vehicles with fuel and vapor lines routed to contact and leak. Repair is free at franchised Ford dealers.
Ford is recalling 25,238 2014 Transit Connect vehicles because the fuel and vapor lines were installed incorrectly in the engine compartment. The error lets the lines rub against each other, which can abrade the lines and cause a fuel leak near an ignition source, increasing fire risk; the Ford dealer repair will be free once Ford opens the remedy.
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What's wrong?
The fuel and vapor lines on the 2014 Ford Transit Connect run through the engine compartment as part of the gasoline fuel system. The fuel line carries liquid gasoline toward the engine, while the vapor line routes fuel vapors so they do not escape freely. Those lines need clearance from each other because the engine bay moves, heats up, and collects road dirt during normal use.
On affected Transit Connect vehicles, the fuel and vapor lines were installed incorrectly, putting the two lines close enough to touch. When the vehicle is driven, contact between the lines creates rubbing. With time and dirt between the surfaces, that rubbing wears into the liquid fuel line and opens a path for gasoline to leak.
Owners can notice this before the line fails completely. The warning sign is fuel odor, visible liquid fuel, or both near the vehicle.
Who's affected?
| 2014 Ford Transit Connect | fuel system |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 25,238 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
Not every 2014 Ford Transit Connect van is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific van is included.
What's the safety risk?
A misrouted fuel line can rub against another line, creating abrasion and a fuel leak. Fuel near an ignition source increases the risk of a fire. If you smell fuel or see liquid fuel, park safely and call a Ford dealer before driving again. Repair will be free at any franchised Ford dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2014 Ford Transit Connect is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Ford dealer and ask when the free fuel-line inspection opens for your VIN.
- Ask the dealer to inspect the fuel and vapor line routing, then replace and reroute the fuel line if contact between the lines created abrasion risk.
- Reference recall number 14V703 when you call, and use Ford recall 14S24 if the dealer asks for Ford's internal number.
- Avoid parking near ignition sources if you smell fuel, and stop driving until the vehicle is inspected.
What happens at the repair
Once the dealer repair is available, a Ford technician will inspect the fuel line routing in the engine compartment. If the fuel line was routed incorrectly, the technician will replace it and route it correctly so it no longer contacts the vapor line. Parts and labor will be covered under the recall. Out-of-pocket repairs already paid are handled through Ford's original warranty coverage, not through a separate reimbursement program, because the warranty provides a free repair for this concern.
| Reimbursement | Warranty coverage applies |
|---|
Timeline
| November 3, 2014 | Dealer notification began |
|---|---|
| November 3, 2014 | Dealer notification ended |
| November 5, 2014 | NHTSA published the recall |
| November 17, 2014 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| November 19, 2014 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 14V703?
Recall 14V703 covers 25,238 2014 Ford Transit Connect vehicles with fuel and vapor lines that can contact each other in the engine compartment. That contact can cause abrasion, a fuel leak, and fire risk near an ignition source.
What should I do if my 2014 Ford Transit Connect is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific van is included in recall 14V703. If it is, contact a franchised Ford dealer and ask for the fuel line routing inspection. Reference Ford recall number 14S24 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Ford's recall remedy says dealers will inspect the fuel line routing for free. If the fuel line was routed incorrectly, the dealer will replace it and route it correctly at no charge.
What is the safety risk?
The risk is a fuel leak and fire. If the fuel and vapor lines touch, abrasion can wear the line and allow fuel to leak. A fuel leak near an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
What if I bought my Ford Transit Connect used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the vehicle, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your 2014 Transit Connect is included, then call a franchised Ford dealer and reference recall 14V703 or Ford recall 14S24.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/14V703000 |
|---|---|
| Ford customer service | 1-866-436-7332 |
| NHTSA recall # | 14V703 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 14V703000 |
Source documents
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Download Misc. Document (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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