NHTSARecalled Aug 2, 2012 · #12V374000
Loose Windshield Wiper Arm Pivot Pin
Hazard
Vehicle safety defect
Be the first to hear about future recalls.
Add the things you own to a watchlist. We’ll alert you the moment one matches.
Get started, freeDescription
Ford Motor Company is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Transit Connect vehicles. The wiper arms may not be adequately riveted resulting in incomplete or inconsistent clearing of the windshield and possible detachment of the wiper arm. If the wiper arm detaches, the windshield wiper will fail and the driver's visibility may be reduced, increasing the risk of a crash.
Product details
- Product
- Loose Windshield Wiper Arm Pivot Pin
- 2011-2012 Transit Connect
- Type
- Vehicle
- Manufacturer
- Ford Motor Company
- Model numbers
- 2012 Transit
- UPCs
- —
What you should do
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver and passenger side wiper arm and blade assemblies, free of charge. The safety recall began on August 15, 2012. Owners may contact Ford at 1-866-436-7332.