NHTSA recall 17V408000
Power Train · Ford Motor Company
Details
What's wrong: In the affected vehicles, the flexible coupling connecting the transmission to the driveshaft may prematurely fail.
Why it matters: If the coupling fails, the vehicle will not be able to move under its own power and the disconnected driveshaft may impact and damage the brake and fuel lines. Additionally, the separated driveshaft may allow the vehicle to roll if the vehicle is exited when the transmission is in 'park' but the…
The fix: Ford will notify owners, and as an interim repair, dealers will replace the flexible coupling on any vehicle with more than 30,000 miles. A final remedy repair of a redesigned flexible coupling or a revised driveshaft equipped with a universal joint is being developed and is expected in early 2018.…
Affected vehicles on MotorDeets
All model years NHTSA lists
2015 Ford Transit, 2016 Ford Transit, 2017 Ford Transit.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 17V408000.
Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.