Recall 15V050 affects 16,091 2014 Ford Transit Connect vehicles for loose seat belt anchorage fasteners. Repair is free at any franchised Ford dealer.
Ford is recalling 16,091 2014 Transit Connect vans because the upper seat belt bolts were not tightened correctly and can loosen over time. If those anchorage fasteners loosen, the belt loses proper support in a crash and raises the risk of injury; Ford dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The 2014 Ford Transit Connect uses an upper seat belt anchor, often called the D-ring, to guide the shoulder belt beside the occupant. That anchor holds the belt at the designed height and angle so the belt can stay positioned across the chest during normal driving and during a crash.
On affected vehicles, the bolt that secures that upper anchor was not tightened to the specified torque during assembly. Ford traced the problem to the installation process for the fastener. If the bolt was left too loose, it can work looser with use; if it was tightened incorrectly in the other direction, the fastener still was not installed as designed.
There is no warning sign before failure. An owner is not expected to hear a noise or see a dashboard light before the upper seat belt anchor loses proper clamping force.
Who's affected?
| 2014 Ford Transit Connect | seat belt |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 16,091 |
| 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?
If the seat belt anchorage fasteners loosen over time, the belt is less able to hold an occupant in place during a crash, and the risk of personal injury rises. Confirm your VIN and schedule the repair soon. Repair is free at any franchised Ford dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2014 Ford Transit Connect is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Ford dealer to schedule the free seat belt fastener replacement that secures the upper seat belt bolts.
- Bring the recall notice if Ford sent one. If not, reference recall number 15V050 and Ford recall 15S03 when you call.
- Limit passenger trips until the repair is complete; loose upper seat belt bolts increase injury risk in a crash.
- Call Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332 with questions about scheduling.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Ford technician replaces the original upper seat belt fasteners with properly torqued fasteners so the bolts stay secured. The replacement parts and labor are free under the recall. Ford excludes a separate reimbursement program because the original warranty program provides a free repair for this concern. If you already paid for related seat belt fastener work, ask the service desk how warranty coverage applies to your paperwork.
| Reimbursement | Warranty coverage applies |
|---|
Timeline
| January 27, 2015 | Dealer notification began |
|---|---|
| January 27, 2015 | Dealer notification ended |
| January 30, 2015 | NHTSA published the recall |
| March 23, 2015 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| March 26, 2015 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 15V050?
Recall 15V050 covers 16,091 2014 Ford Transit Connect vehicles with upper seat belt bolts that were not torqued correctly and can loosen over time. Loose seat belt anchorage fasteners increase injury risk in a crash. Ford dealers replace the original fasteners for free.
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 15V050. If it is, contact a franchised Ford dealer to schedule replacement of the original seatbelt fasteners with properly torqued fasteners. Reference Ford recall number 15S03 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Ford will replace the affected seatbelt fasteners free of charge at any franchised Ford dealer.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is higher injury risk in a crash if the seat belt anchorage fasteners loosen over time. This recall involves the front seat belt anchorage, so the repair path is direct: a Ford dealer replaces the original fasteners with properly torqued fasteners.
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 Ford Transit Connect is included, then call a franchised Ford dealer and reference recall 15V050 or Ford recall number 15S03.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/15V050000 |
|---|---|
| Ford customer service | 1-866-436-7332 |
| NHTSA recall # | 15V050 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 15V050000 |
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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