NHTSA Recall 12V149000: Switch/wiring (visibility)
FORD MOTOR COMPANY reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 140,310 vehicles. It affects 2012 Ford Focus.
| NHTSA campaign | 12V149000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 12S29 |
| Component | VISIBILITY › WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER › SWITCH/WIRING |
| Report received | April 5, 2012 |
| Owner notification | May 21, 2012 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Ford is recalling certain model year 2012 focus vehicles manufactured from august 1, 2010, through october 18, 2011. A seal in the wiring harness connector to the passenger side wiper motor may be missing.
Safety risk
Water or other contaminants may accumulate in the connector, resulting in an intermittent or inoperative passenger side wiper motor, reducing visibility and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and as necessary, clean and properly seal the passenger side wiper motor connector. Any inoperative wiper motors will be replaced. This service will be provided free of charge. The safety recall began on may 21, 2012. Owners may contact the ford motor company customer relationship center at 1-866-436-7332.
Notes
Ford's safety recall campaign number is 12s29.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 12V149000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Ford Focus | 2012 |
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.