Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2014 Ford Transit Connect cargo vans manufactured August 9, 2013, to September 20, 2014. The affected vehicles are equipped with sliding door panels that may have an improper bond strength between the plastic panel and paint primer. This could cause the door panel to separate from the vehicle while driving.
Ford Motor Company – Plastic Sliding Door Panel Separation
| Report Received Date | 12/05/2014 |
| NHTSA ID | 14V777000 |
| Consequence Summary | If the plastic sliding door panel separates while driving, it can increase the risk of a vehicle crash. |
| Corrective Action | Ford will notify owners, and dealers will reinstall the panel with proper materials, free of charge. The recall began January 28, 2015. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 14S26. |
| Recall Code | 14S26 |
| Potentially Affected | 19825 |
| Fire Risk When Parked | No |
| Do Not Drive | No |
| Recall Link | Go to Recall (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=14V777000) |
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