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πŸ”₯ Fire riskNHTSA 14V402πŸ“… Jul 8, 2014

2014 Ford Fiesta recall: fuel system

⚠️ What's wrong

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2014 Ford Fiesta vehicles manufactured October 25, 2013, to February 27, 2014. Due to a manufacturing error, the fuel tank may leak.

πŸ’₯ The risk

A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.

πŸ”§ The fix

Ford has notified the affected owners. Dealers will replace the fuel tank, free of charge. The recall began on July 14, 2014. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-800-392-3673. Ford's number for this recall is 14S12.

Is the fix free? Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)
NHTSA campaign
14V402000
Manufacturer recall #
14S12
Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
Vehicles affected
175
Component
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE
Owner phone
1-800-392-3673
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Owner letters mailed
Jul 21, 2014
Built
Oct 25, 2013 – Feb 27, 2014
Recall started by
MFR
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 in this recall

Is your car affected? Recalls apply to specific VINs. Check my VIN

FAQ

Is the 14V402 recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)

Which vehicles are included in recall 14V402?

2014 Ford Fiesta. 175 vehicles may be affected. Check your exact car with its 17-character VIN.

What should I do?

Check your VIN, then call any authorized Ford dealer to book the free repair or call the manufacturer at 1-800-392-3673.