Ford · United States · High
Ford Transit: Seat belts — buckle assembly
Affects Ford Transit · 2015–2016 — about 49K vehicles.
The hazard
An unlatched seat belt increases the risk of injury to the occupant in the event of a crash.
What to do
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.
Critical — crash/injury risk now
High — injury risk; see remedy
Moderate — fix at next service
Low — minor / informational