NHTSA recall 11V-445 (11V445000)
visibility recall reported August 26, 2011 - about 4,532 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 11V445000
- Also written as
- 11V-445
- Manufacturer number
- 11C20
- Reported
- August 26, 2011
- Vehicles affected
- ~4,532
- Component
- visibility
What is being recalled
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2011 Ford E-150, E-250, E-350, and E-450 vehicles built from May 12, 2011, through May 26, 2011. Due to improper manufacturing conditions, some of the windshields may form bubbles after an extended time in hot temperatures. As such, these vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 205, "Glazing Materials."
Why it is dangerous
The presence of bubbles may hinder driver's visibility thereby increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the windshield if bubbles are present, free of charge. The recall began in January 2014. Owners may contact the Ford customer relationship center at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's recall campaign number is 11C20.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 11V-445 when calling a dealer.
Affected 4 models
Each year links to that car's full history: every recall, owner complaints and common problems.
Source: NHTSA recall campaign data (public domain), refreshed weekly. See also the latest recall campaigns.