NHTSA Recall 10V316000: Roof and pillars (structure)
FORD MOTOR COMPANY reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 33,728 vehicles. It affects 2010 Ford Transit Connect.
| NHTSA campaign | 10V316000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 10C13 |
| Component | STRUCTURE › BODY › ROOF AND PILLARS |
| Report received | July 7, 2010 |
| Owner notification | July 19, 2010 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Vehicle Safety Compliance |
Defect
Ford is recalling certain model year 2010 transit connect vehicles manufactured from december 5, 2008 through may 31, 2010 for failing to meet the minimum requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 201, "occupant protection in interior impact." during vehicle testing the vehicle exceeded head injury criteria requirements set by the standard. The headliner retention pushpin located on the headliner above the b-pillar trim on both the left and right side of the vehicles needs to be replaced.
Safety risk
In the event of a vehicle crash, an occupant could be at an increased risk of injury.
Remedy
Ford will notify owners and dealers will repair the vehicles free of charge. The safety recall began on july 19, 2010. Owners may contact ford motor company at 1-866-436-7332.
Notes
Ford's recall campaign number is 10c13. Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Vehicles covered by recall 10V316000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Ford Transit Connect | 2010 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.