NHTSA recall 16V-643 (16V643000)
latches, locks and linkages recall reported September 6, 2016 - about 2,046,297 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 16V643000
- Also written as
- 16V-643
- Manufacturer number
- 16S30
- Reported
- September 6, 2016
- Vehicles affected
- ~2,046,297
- Component
- latches, locks and linkages
What is being recalled
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2012-2015 Ford Focus, 2013-2015 Ford Escape and Ford C-MAX, 2015 Lincoln MKC and Ford Mustang, and 2014-2016 Ford Transit Connect vehicles. A component within the door latches may break, preventing the doors from latching and/or leading the driver or a passenger to believe a door is securely closed when, in fact, it is not.
Why it is dangerous
A door that is not securely latched could open while the vehicle is in motion, increasing the risk of injury to a vehicle occupant.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the door latches with an improved part, free of charge. The recall began on January 27, 2017. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16S30.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 16V-643 when calling a dealer.
Affected 6 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.