NHTSA Recall 20V305000: Pretensioner (seat belts) and seat belts: front
Ford Motor Company reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 1,616 vehicles. It affects 2016–2017 Ford Transit Connect.
| NHTSA campaign | 20V305000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 20S25 |
| Components | SEAT BELTS › PRETENSIONER; SEAT BELTS › FRONT |
| Report received | May 27, 2020 |
| Owner notification | August 7, 2020 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Transit Connect vehicles. The front driver and/or passenger seat belt pretensioner initiators could contain an improper generant mix ratio that may prevent the seat belt pretensioners from deploying in the event of a crash.
Safety risk
In the event of a crash, the front driver and/or passenger seat belt pretensioners may not deploy, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace seat belt assemblies as necessary, free of charge. This recall began August 7, 2020. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20S25.
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 20V305000
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.