Fuel and vapor lines may abrade
Defect Summary
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain model year 2014 transit connect vehicles manufactured august 1, 2013, to july 10, 2014. in the affected vehicles, the fuel and vapor lines may have been incorrectly installed in the engine compartment, allowing the two lines to make contact.
Safety Consequence
Contact between the two lines may result in abrasion and a fuel leak. a fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action
Ford has notified owners, and dealers will inspect the fuel line routing. if the fuel line has been routed incorrectly, it will be replaced and routed correctly. these repairs will be made free of charge. the recall began on november 17, 2014. owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. ford's number for this recall is 14s24.
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FAQ: Recall 14V703000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 14V703000?
NHTSA recall 14V703000 was issued by Ford Motor Company on November 5, 2014. It addresses: Fuel and vapor lines may abrade. The recall affects approximately 25,238 vehicles, with the defect involving the Fuel System, Gasoline component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Ford Motor Company dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 14V703000 or the manufacturer campaign number 14S24. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.