NHTSA Recall 15V050000: Anchorage (seat belts)
Ford Motor Company reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 16,091 vehicles. It affects 2014 Ford Transit Connect.
| NHTSA campaign | 15V050000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 15S03 |
| Component | SEAT BELTS › FRONT › ANCHORAGE |
| Report received | January 30, 2015 |
| Owner notification | March 26, 2015 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2014 Ford Transit Connect vehicles manufactured November 6, 2013, to September 20, 2014. In the affected vehicles, the upper seat belt bolts may have been improperly torqued, allowing them to loosen over time.
Safety risk
If the seat belt anchorage fasteners loosen over time, there is an increased risk of personal injury in the event of a crash.
Remedy
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the original seatbelt fasteners with properly torqued fasteners, free of charge. The recall began March 26, 2015. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 15S03.
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 15V050000
| 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.