2012 · Ford Motor Company
Ford Motor Company Recalls Reported in 2012
24 NHTSA safety recalls affecting approximately 1,505,189 vehicles. ⚠ 1 marked Do Not Drive.
2012 Recalls
All 24 Ford Motor Company recalls
Sorted by most recent. Click any recall for full defect summary, corrective action, and your next steps.
Recall 12V551000
Ford Motor Company
Overheat may cause fluid leaks resulting in fire
N/A · 80,057 affected · Dec 3, 2012
Recall 12V553000
Ford Motor Company
Low beam headlamp/fmvss 108
Exterior Lighting · 19,158 affected · Nov 30, 2012
Large Recall 12V488000
Ford Motor Company
Passenger side curtain air bag/fmvss 208
N/A · 154,471 affected · Oct 5, 2012
Recall 12V438000
Ford Motor Company
Cracked fuel line/fuel leak
Fuel System, Gasoline · 5,499 affected · Sep 7, 2012
Recall 12V431000
Ford Motor Company
Cup (freeze) plug dislodging
N/A · 6,146 affected · Sep 4, 2012
Recall 12V422000
Ford Motor Company
Unapproved steering gear adapter plate fastener
N/A · 31 affected · Aug 29, 2012
Recall 12V374000
Ford Motor Company
Loose windshield wiper arm pivot pin
Visibility · 16,330 affected · Aug 2, 2012
Large Recall 12V353000
Ford Motor Company
Speed control cable connector interference
N/A · 529,719 affected · Jul 26, 2012
Do Not Drive 12V336000
Ford Motor Company
Engine compartment fuel line
Fuel System, Gasoline · 9,320 affected · Jul 18, 2012
Recall 12V318000
Ford Motor Company
Windshield primer
Visibility · 783 affected · Jul 6, 2012
Recall 12V319000
Ford Motor Company
Pedal package clearance variation
Service Brakes, Hydraulic · 8,266 affected · Jul 6, 2012
Recall 12V243000
Ford Motor Company
Rear brake rotor transportation bolts
Service Brakes, Air · 128 affected · May 31, 2012
Recall 12V190000
Ford Motor Company
"prndl" illumination and backup lamp activation
Exterior Lighting · 10,500 affected · May 3, 2012
Recall 12V193000
Ford Motor Company
Rear axle cracking-virginia vehicles
Power Train · 27,000 affected · May 3, 2012
Recall 12V194000
Ford Motor Company
Corrosion fractures of front lower control arm
Suspension · 23,000 affected · May 3, 2012
Recall 12V195000
Ford Motor Company
Rear axle cracking puerto rico
Suspension · 9,192 affected · May 3, 2012
Recall 12V198000
Ford Motor Company
Occupant classification system
Air Bags · 101 affected · May 3, 2012
Large Recall 12V149000
Ford Motor Company
Passenger side wiper motor connector
Visibility · 140,310 affected · Apr 5, 2012
Recall 12V097000
Ford Motor Company
Service brakes/traction relay valve
Service Brakes, Air · 352 affected · Mar 7, 2012
Recall 12V034000
Ford Motor Company
2nd row head restraint support brackets/fmvss 202
Seats · 569 affected · Feb 2, 2012
Recall 12V035000
Ford Motor Company
Prndl cable
Power Train · 13,239 affected · Feb 2, 2012
Recall 12V009000
Ford Motor Company
Axles/steering arm bolts/meritor
Power Train · 36 affected · Jan 12, 2012
Large Recall 12V005000
Ford Motor Company
Antilock brake system electrical connectors
Service Brakes, Hydraulic · 244,530 affected · Jan 9, 2012
Large Recall 12V006000
Ford Motor Company
Torque converter malfunctions
Power Train · 206,452 affected · Jan 9, 2012
Ford Motor Company 2012 Recall FAQ
How many recalls did Ford Motor Company issue in 2012?
Ford Motor Company issued 24 NHTSA-tracked safety recalls in 2012, affecting an estimated 1,505,189 vehicles. Of these, 1 carry a "Do Not Drive" warning.
How do I check if my 2012 Ford Motor Company vehicle is under recall?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see every active recall for your specific vehicle.
Is the repair free?
Yes. Federal law requires manufacturers to remedy safety defects at no cost — regardless of vehicle age or ownership history.