Rear seat belt buckle may not latch
Defect Summary
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 transit vehicles manufactured february 13, 2014, to january 13, 2016 and equipped with rear passenger seats. the rear seat belt buckles may be damaged if a heavy object is placed on, or impacts, the top of the buckle. the damage may prevent the buckle from latching or from remaining latched.
Safety Consequence
An unlatched seat belt increases the risk of injury to the occupant in the event of a crash.
Corrective Action
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.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Ford Motor Company or involving Seat Belts.
FAQ: Recall 16V111000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 16V111000?
NHTSA recall 16V111000 was issued by Ford Motor Company on February 25, 2016. It addresses: Rear seat belt buckle may not latch. The recall affects approximately 48,990 vehicles, with the defect involving the Seat Belts component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Ford Motor Company dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 16V111000 or the manufacturer campaign number 16S06. 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.