NHTSA Recall 16V111000: Buckle assembly (seat belts)
Ford Motor Company reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 48,990 vehicles. It affects 2015–2016 Ford Transit.
| NHTSA campaign | 16V111000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 16S06 |
| Component | SEAT BELTS › REAR/OTHER › BUCKLE ASSEMBLY |
| Report received | February 25, 2016 |
| Owner notification | May 18, 2016 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Transit vehicles manufactured February 13, 2014, to January 13, 2016 and equipped with rear passenger seats. The rear seat belt buckles may be damaged if a heavy object is placed on, or impacts, the top of the buckle. The damage may prevent the buckle from latching or from remaining latched.
Safety risk
An unlatched seat belt increases the risk of injury to the occupant in the event of a crash.
Remedy
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will modify or replace the seat belt buckles, depending on their location in the vehicle, free of charge. The recall began May 18, 2016. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16S06.
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 16V111000
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.