2024 Ford Transit problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Structure:body (6) · Wheels (4) · Tires (3)
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Safety recalls (10)
Structure:frame And Members 2026-02-03 · campaign 26V061000 · 1,403 vehicles
Defect: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Transit vehicles. The engine crossmember may not be secured properly, which can cause the engine to shift and possibly result in a loss of drive power or brake failure.
Risk: A loss of drive power or brake failure increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the cross member fasteners, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 22, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S04. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on February 4, 2026.
Equipment Adaptive/Mobility:wheelchair Restraints/Securement:latch/Anchor: 2025-12-17 · campaign 25V876000 · 86 vehicles
Defect: Rollx Vans (Rollx) is recalling certain GMC Yukon, Sierra, Chevrolet Express 2500, Ford Transit, E-250, Toyota Sienna, Sienna Hybrid, Honda Odyssey, Chrysler Town and Country, Voyager, Pacifica, Dodge Grand Caravan, and Ram Promaster vehicles equipped with QRT-Deluxe and QRT-Max wheelchair restraints. Please refer to Rollx's recall report for specific model year information. The retractors may not lock, preventing the wheelchair from being properly secured.
Risk: An unsecured wheelchair can move during transit, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix: Rollx will work with Q'Straint to inspect and replace the retractors as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 5, 2026. Owners may contact Rollx's customer service at 1-800-956-6668.
Steering 2025-09-18 · campaign 25V623000 · 212 vehicles
Defect: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Transit vehicles repaired incorrectly under recall numbers 24V226 and 24V591. An incorrect steering coupler cover and tires that were not designed for the vehicle may have been installed during a previous repair.
Risk: Incorrect tires and an incorrect steering coupler cover can cause a loss of brake function, loss of steering control, or damage to tires, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and if necessary, replace the tires, tire placard, and certification label, and also recalibrate the vehicle. Additionally, dealers will remove the steering coupler cover. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 10, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S95. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning Septe
Back Over Prevention:software 2025-05-09 · campaign 25V315000 · 1,076,138 vehicles
Defect: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Bronco, F-150, 2021-2024 Edge, 2022-2025 Escape, F-250, F-350, F-450, F-550, F-600, 2022-2024 Expedition, 2022-2025 Transit, 2021-2023 Mach-E, 2024 Ranger, Mustang, 2021-2023 Lincoln Nautilus, 2022-2024 Navigator, and 2023-2024 Corsair vehicles. A software error may cause the rearview camera image to delay, freeze, or not display when the vehicle is in reverse.
Risk: A frozen or missing rearview camera image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: The accessory protocol interface module (APIM) software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air update, free of charge. This will be a phased campaign, with the remedy becoming available in different phases based on model and model years. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed on June 26, 2025. Additional letters will be mailed once the final remedy is available on each phase. Owner notification letters were sent on October 8, 2025. Owners may contact Ford
Power Train:axle Assembly:axle Shaft 2024-10-25 · campaign 24V805000 · 1,075 vehicles
Defect: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Ford Transit vehicles previously repaired under recall number 24V-102. Incorrect bolts may have been used to attach the rear axle shaft, which can lead to the rear wheel locking up or separating from the axle.
Risk: Rear wheel lock-up or separation of the wheel from the axle shaft can result in loss of vehicle control or loss of drive power. In addition, the vehicle may roll in park if the parking brake is not applied. Any of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect the rear axle shaft bolts, replace incorrect bolts as necessary, and fill the differential fluid if needed, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 13, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S67.
Equipment:other:labels 2024-08-23 · campaign 24V636000 · 373 vehicles
Defect: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024 Transit vehicles. The front gross axle weight rating may be labeled incorrectly on the vehicle B-pillar label and the owner's manual label, which can result in an overloaded vehicle.
Risk: An overloaded vehicle may result in steering knuckle failure and a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the labels, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 23, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S53.
Steering:column 2024-08-09 · campaign 24V591000 · 1,902 vehicles
Defect: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Transit vehicles. The steering column intermediate shaft may have been secured to the steering gear pinion shaft with an incorrect bolt, which can result in the separation of steering components and cause a loss of steering control.
Risk: A loss of steering control can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the steering column intermediate shaft bolt, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on February 14, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S48.
Steering:electric Power Assist System 2024-07-19 · campaign 24V542000 · 1,902 vehicles
Defect: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Transit vehicles equipped with a Transit Trail package. The electronic power assist steering (EPAS) ground eyelet joint may experience corrosion, which can result in a loss of power steering assist.
Risk: A loss of power steering assist can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will install a new EPAS ground pigtail kit, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on January 10, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S46.
Tires 2024-03-22 · campaign 24V226000 · 1,902 vehicles
Defect: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Transit vehicles equipped with the Transit Trail package. The tires may contact the front wheel arch liner and body flange, causing damage to the tires.
Risk: Damaged tires may experience a sudden loss of air pressure or tread separation, causing a loss of vehicle control and increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the tires, tire placard, and certification label, and also recalibrate the vehicle, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on March 26, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S21.
Power Train:driveline:driveshaft 2024-02-09 · campaign 24V102000 · 113,320 vehicles
Defect: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Ford Transit vehicles. An inadequate amount of rear axle lubricant may cause rear axle tail bearing damage and seizure, which can result in wheel lock-up or driveshaft separation.
Risk: Wheel lock-up or driveshaft separation can result in a loss of drive power. A disconnected driveshaft can also result in a roll away when the vehicle is in park without the parking brake applied. Any of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect the rear axle, and replace the axle bearings or axle assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 4, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S05.
Service bulletins (86)
Technical service bulletins are repair instructions manufacturers send dealers for known issues. Unlike recalls, the fix is not automatically free — but naming the bulletin at the service desk can save diagnosis time and support goodwill repairs.
Unknown Or Other 2026-10-22 · TSB 26-2408 v2 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
this bulletin supersedes 26-2309. reason for update: update the model section to remove aviator 10r80, update theparts list to add 3.3l to w520514-s440, and add l1mz-7z490-g valve body separator plate for aviator
Unknown Or Other 2026-10-14 · TSB 26-2442 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
this bulletin supersedes 26-2297. reason for update: add 2022-2025 transit vehicles. some of the vehicles listed in the model statement above equipped with sync4 may experience a blank center display screen or black center display screen after welcome animation. the rear-view camera will still funct
Power Train 2026-09-22 · TSB 26-2408 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
this bulletin supersedes 26-2309. reason for update: update the model section to remove aviator 10r80, update the parts list to add 3.3l to w520514-s440, and add l1mz-7z490-g valve body separator plate for aviator. some of the vehicles listed in the model statement above may exhibit at least one of
Engine 2026-08-25 · 26L01 · Other
customer satisfaction program 26l01 certain 2018-2024 model year various vehicles 2.0l panther diesel engine timing belt and tensioner interval change
Unknown Or Other 2026-07-31 · TSB 26-2349 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
this bulletin supersedes 25-2415. reason for update: to add production build dates of the right-side engine valve cover. some of the vehicles listed in the model statement above may exhibit oil consumption and blue smoke from the tailpipe. this may be due to the sealing process of the positive crank
Unknown Or Other 2026-07-23 · SSM 55031 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
some 2021-2026 ford/lincoln vehicles may exhibit various symptoms including but not limited to the auto start/stop system not operating as intended with a "check charging system" message in the instrument panel cluster (ipc) while the charging system is operating properly with no charging related di
Showing the 6 most recent of 86 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
2026-08-20 · Fuel/Propulsion System“this is the second time this occurred. please refer to 11757120. while travelling approximately 65 mph the vehicle had a complete shutdown including the engine and all electrical systems in the chassis. when a vehicle has a complete shutdown while driving it is inherently dangerous and life threatening. the problem has been confirmed by westlies tr…”
2026-08-15 · Exterior Lighting“we were on our way to a campground. approximately 40 miles from the campground the rv shut down. all chassis systems failed including the engine and electrical systems. it is available for inspection. our safety as well as the first mechanic on the scene and tow truck driver because we were only partially off of the roadway. there were no hazard l…”
2026-05-11 · Seat Belts“attempting to purchase a midwest automotive designs, patriot rv on ford transit chassis. the rear seat belts installed by the rv manufacturer for rear passenger seating have been removed but dealership refuses to replace them. the dealer is offering this vehicle for sale without required safety equipment. i believe this is a violation of dot law ?…”
2026-05-01 · Wheels“the rear axle snapped and rear tire separated and rolled behind vehicle on the expressway causing the potential for injury/fatalities to our driver and surrounding passenger vehicles by recall 24s05. at no point did we receive communication from ford that the vehicle should not be operated. we scheduled the recall repairs for next week, 5/4/26 ho…”
2026-04-01 · Power Train · 🔥 fire“on march 11, 2026, a 2024 ford transit (vin: [xxx] ) was being operated under normal driving conditions when the check engine light began intermittently activating. shortly thereafter, the vehicle experienced a sudden loss of dashboard functionality. while attempting to safely maneuver to the shoulder, the operator experienced loss of power steeri…”
2026-03-17 · Structure:body“fuel filler door hinges continues to break and the consumer has to pay for a new housing unit. the hinges can break at anytime and the fuel door can become a potential issue while driving. it can break all the way off and hit another vehicle while traveling on the road/ highway. the problem has been confirmed by the dealerships as they always have …”
2026-01-16 · Power Train“while traveling straight at approximately 30 miles per hour, the front differential locked, causing the front wheels to lock and abruptly stopped the vehicle. vehicle was towed to a ford dealership, which verified the differential failed, and not due to lack of lubricant. there were no symptoms prior to failure. the abruptness of the stop caused t…”
2025-11-18 · Wheels“see the attached video..the car was not serviced before..this the assembly factory negligence..they didn't secure the nodes properly …”
2025-10-09 · Unknown Or Other“my backup camera goes black and radio buttons do not work when this happens. they replaced apim and harness wires but did not solve the problem. they say they cannot replace radio because not on recall list. my van is under warranty. my van has the same issue as the recalls but not on the list. i've been having this issue since i bought the van. it…”
2025-09-12 · Back Over Prevention“the contact owns a 2024 ford transit. the contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 25v315000 ( back over prevention); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. the contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. the manufacturer was made aware of the issue. the con…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.