NHTSA Recall 14V406000: Labels (equipment)
Ford Motor Company reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 368 vehicles. It affects 2014 Ford Transit Connect.
| NHTSA campaign | 14V406000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 14C06 |
| Component | EQUIPMENT › OTHER › LABELS |
| Report received | July 2, 2014 |
| Owner notification | August 6, 2014 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2014 Transit Connect vehicles manufactured March 1, 2014, through May 15, 2014. The affected vehicles may have a brake reservoir cap that does not have the required text advising owners which brake fluid the vehicle uses. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems."
Safety risk
Without the correct brake reservoir label on the cap someone may add the wrong brake fluid, causing damage to the brake system seals, resulting in brake fluid leaks, lengthened stopping distances and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Ford has notified owners. Dealers will replace the brake reservoir cap with a correct one, free of charge. The recall began on July 14, 2014. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-800-392-3673. Ford's number for this recall is 14C06.
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 14V406000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Ford Transit Connect | 2014 |
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.