NHTSA Recall 14V237000: Air bags: side/window and air bags: sensor/control module-inactive
Ford Motor Company reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 594,785 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Ford C-Max.
| NHTSA campaign | 14V237000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 14S04 |
| Components | AIR BAGS › SIDE/WINDOW; AIR BAGS › FRONTAL › SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE-INACTIVE |
| Report received | May 7, 2014 |
| Owner notification | May 30, 2014 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 C-MAX, and Escape vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the restraint control module (RCM) may have errors in the programming software which may result in a delayed deployment of the side-curtain rollover air bag.
Safety risk
If the side-curtain rollover air bag is delayed in deploying in certain rollover circumstances, the risk of injury to the passengers is increased.
Remedy
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the RCM, free of charge. The recall began on May 30, 2014. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-800-392-3673. Ford's number for this recall is 14S04.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 14V237000
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.