Ford Expands Transit Connect Door Latch Recall

Vehicles Affected: Approximately 113,000 model-year 2014-16 Ford Transit Connect vans. This is an expansion of Ford's recent recall of approximately 40,000 vans for the same issue. The recall affects several other Ford vehicles as well.

The Problem: A side door component could break, preventing the doors from latching. If the door opens while driving, injuries could result. Ford has identified one accident and three injuries related to this issue, the automaker said in a statement.

The Fix: Dealers will replace side door latches for free.

What Owners Should Do: Ford has not yet announced an owner notification schedule. Owners can call the automaker at 800-392-3673, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's vehicle-safety hotline at 888-327-4236 or go to www.safercar.gov for more info.

Need to Find a Dealer for Service? Go to Cars.com Service & Repair to find your local dealer.

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