NHTSA Recall 16V618000: Fuel system, diesel and diesel (engine and engine cooling)
Ford Motor Company reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 2,013 vehicles. It affects 2015–2016 Ford Transit.
| NHTSA campaign | 16V618000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 16S32 |
| Components | FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING › ENGINE › DIESEL |
| Report received | August 24, 2016 |
| Owner notification | October 14, 2016 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Transit vehicles manufactured July 15, 2015, to April 14, 2016 and equipped with a 3.2L diesel engine. A fuel injector or the fuel volume control valve may clog due to metallic debris within the fuel system.
Safety risk
If debris clogs the fuel system, the engine may stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel injection pump and associated parts and, if necessary, will replace the fuel filter and flush the fuel system, free of charge. The recall began on October 14, 2016. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16S32.
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 16V618000
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.