NHTSA recall 15V-865 (15V865000)
power train recall reported December 22, 2015 - about 1,170 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 15V865000
- Also written as
- 15V-865
- Manufacturer number
- 15S37
- Reported
- December 22, 2015
- Vehicles affected
- ~1,170
- Component
- power train
What is being recalled
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2015 Ford Transit vehicles manufactured May 1, 2015, to June 26, 2015, and equipped with dual rear wheels. The affected vehicles have a left or right rear axle drive shafts that may fracture, resulting in loss of drive power. Additionally, the vehicle may unexpectedly roll if it is parked without the parking brake applied.
Why it is dangerous
A loss of drive power or vehicle rollaway after being parked can increase the risk of a vehicle crash.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the left and right axle drive shafts, free of charge. The recall began February 9, 2016. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 15S37.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 15V-865 when calling a dealer.
Affected 1 model
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.