NHTSA Recall 16V695000: Sun/moon roof assembly (visibility)
Ford Motor Company reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 887 vehicles. It affects 2014 Ford Transit Connect.
| NHTSA campaign | 16V695000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 16S35 |
| Component | VISIBILITY › SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY |
| Report received | September 27, 2016 |
| Owner notification | November 2, 2016 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2014 Transit Connect vehicles manufactured October 4, 2013, to July 14, 2014 and equipped with a Panoramic Fixed-Glass Vista roof. The panoramic roof panel may have an inadequate bond to the vehicle, possibly resulting in the panel separating from the vehicle.
Safety risk
If the panoramic roof panel separates from the vehicle while it is being driven, it may increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will remove, clean, and reinstall the panoramic roof panel, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on January 21, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16S35.
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 16V695000
| 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.