Recall 17V668 affects 65,206 2015-2017 Ford Transit vehicles with trailer tow modules that let water corrode wiring. Free repair once Ford opens it.
Ford is recalling 65,206 2015-2017 Transit vans with trailer tow modules because water can enter the module and corrode wiring, causing rapidly flashing turn signals, loss of instrument panel display, an electrical short, or seatbelt pretensioner deployment. An electrical short can raise the risk of fire, and the final Ford dealer repair will be free once Ford opens it.
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What's wrong?
The trailer tow module on 2015-2017 Ford Transit vehicles is the electrical box that links the vehicle's wiring to trailer towing functions. It helps route signals and power for tow-related circuits, so trailer lights and related electrical features respond correctly when connected. That module is supposed to stay dry and protected from splash inside the vehicle.
On affected Transit vehicles, water and snow can move into the driver's door stepwell area where the module is installed. The area has limited drainage, so water can pool, splash onto the module or wiring, and start corrosion. If the module or wiring corrodes long enough, an electrical short to ground can overload the ground wire circuit, the return path for electrical current.
Owners can notice rapidly flashing turn signals, a blank instrument cluster display, lost heater or air conditioning controls, lost multimedia features, or an odor like overheated or melted electrical wiring. Those are warning signs that the trailer tow module or its wiring is already being affected.
Who's affected?
Covers three Transit model years tied to the same wiring component.
| 2017 Ford Transit | wiring |
|---|---|
| 2016 Ford Transit | wiring |
| 2015 Ford Transit | wiring |
| Units affected | 65,206 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged 2 field incidents to date. |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether this recall applies to your specific van.
What's the safety risk?
An electrical short can increase fire risk. Problems with the turn signals, instrument cluster, or seatbelt pretensioners can also raise crash risk. Watch for rapid turn-signal flashing, a blank instrument cluster, lost climate or multimedia controls, or an overheated wiring odor, then park safely and call a Ford dealer. Repair will be free at any franchised Ford dealer once Ford opens it.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2015-2017 Ford Transit is included in this recall.
- Contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332 to confirm the current repair status for your VIN.
- Reference recall number 17V668 and Ford recall 17S34 when you call.
- Ask a franchised Ford dealer about the free drainage-hole and wiring-harness fuse repair that addresses water intrusion in the trailer tow module.
- Watch for rapidly flashing turn signals, loss of instrument panel display, electrical short symptoms, or seatbelt pretensioner problems until the repair is complete.
What happens at the repair
Ford's record does not list a separate owner interim step before the final repair. Once Ford opens the final repair, a Ford technician adds a drainage hole in the driver's door stepwell and installs a fuse in the vehicle wiring harness. Parts and labor are covered under the recall. Ford's reimbursement plan covers eligible owner-paid remedies before recall notification, with eligibility ending December 5, 2017. Contact Ford customer service if you already paid for a related repair and need to ask about that reimbursement path.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| October 23, 2017 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| October 24, 2017 | Dealer notification began |
| October 24, 2017 | Dealer notification ended |
| November 13, 2017 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| February 9, 2018 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 17V668?
Recall 17V668 covers 65,206 2015-2017 Ford Transit vehicles equipped with a trailer tow module. Water can enter the module, corrode wiring, and cause turn signal, instrument panel, electrical short, or seatbelt pretensioner problems. Ford's dealer remedy is free.
What should I do if my 2015-2017 Ford Transit is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific Transit is included in recall 17V668. If it is, call a franchised Ford dealer and reference Ford recall number 17S34. Ask about the tow-module wiring repair, including the drainage hole and added fuse. Parts and labor are covered.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Ford's recall remedy says dealers will add a drainage hole in the driver's door stepwell and incorporate a fuse into the wiring harness free of charge. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to provide the defect repair at no cost through a franchised Ford dealer.
What is the safety risk for this Ford Transit recall?
The safety risk is fire or crash risk from corroded trailer tow module wiring. An electrical short can increase fire risk. Turn signal, instrument cluster, or seatbelt pretensioner problems can increase crash risk. If your VIN is included, arrange the Ford dealer repair.
What if I bought my Ford Transit used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall eligibility follows the VIN, not the original owner. Check your VIN, then contact a franchised Ford dealer if your Transit is included. Ford customer service is also listed at 1-866-436-7332 for recall 17S34.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/17V668000 |
|---|---|
| Ford customer service | 1-866-436-7332 |
| NHTSA recall # | 17V668 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 17V668000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - 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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