2020 FORD TRANSIT

9 recalls, 106 complaints - 197 TSBs

EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY:WHEELCHAIR RESTRAINTS/SECUREMENT:LATCH/ANCHOR:

Defect Description

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 restraint... Read more

Consequence

An unsecured wheelchair can move during transit, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy

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.

86 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Rollx Vans

BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE

Defect Description

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2022 Transit Connect, 2019-2020 MKZ, MKX, Edge, Continental, F-150, Nautilus, Fusion, 2019-2023 Ranger, Mustang, 2020-2021 EcoSport, Expedition, Navigator, 2020-2022 Escape, F-250 SD, Corsair, 2020-2023 Aviator, Transit, 2020-2024 Explorer, 2021-2... Read more

Consequence

A rearview camera that displays a blank image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle. A rearview image that continues to be displayed after the vehicle is shifted out of reverse may distract the driver. Both of these situations can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will update the rearview camera software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 4, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S72.

200,237 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS

Defect Description

Quality Vans (Quality Vans) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Ford Transit vans equipped with Onan QG 2800i EVAP generators, part number 2.8HGLAA-8303A. The fuel hose between the inline fuel filter and the Injection Pump Module (IPM) may not be properly secured, which can cause a gas leak.

Consequence

A gasoline leak in the presence of an ignition source may increase the risk of fire.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and replace the fuel hose and clamps as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 4, 2023. Owners may contact Quality Vans customer service at 1-480-464-7007.

10 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: QUALITY VANS

POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT

Defect Description

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 Transit vehicles equipped with All Wheel Drive (AWD). The bolts that attach the rear driveshaft to the transfer case may become loose or damaged, which can result in separation of the driveshaft from the transfer case.

Consequence

Driveshaft separation can result in a loss of drive power, or unintended movement while parked if the parking brake is not engaged, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and replace the driveshaft bolts. If any loose bolts are found, the driveshaft, attachment hardware, transfer case flange kit, and seal will also be replaced. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 4, 2022. Owners may contac... Read more

4,548 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company

PARKING BRAKE:CONVENTIONAL:MECHANICAL:LINKAGE AND CABLE

Defect Description

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2020 Transit vehicles. An incorrect driveshaft torsional damper service kit may have been installed, which can allow the damper shield to contact the parking brake cable, possibly resulting in parking brake failure.

Consequence

Parking brake failure can result in unintended vehicle movement, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the passenger side parking brake cable with a cable that provides sufficient clearance to the damper shield, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters were mailed on September 24, 2021. Owner notification letters were mailed on March 14, 2022. Owners may contact Ford... Read more

30 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company

BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA

Defect Description

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 Ford F-150, F-250, F-350, F-450, F-550, Explorer, Mustang, Transit, Expedition, Escape, Ranger and Edge, and Lincoln Nautilus and Corsair vehicles. Due to a poor electrical connection, the rearview camera may intermittently display a blank or dist... Read more

Consequence

Reduced rearward visibility can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rearview camera, free of charge. The recall began November 17, 2020. Remedy became available on February 1, 2021. Owner notification letters were mailed on February 1, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's ... Read more

620,246 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company

AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW

Defect Description

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 Escape and Transit vehicles. The affected vehicles may have an improperly crimped diffuser in the side curtain air bags which may result in the diffuser detaching from the inflator in the event of an air bag deployment.

Consequence

In the event of a crash, if the diffuser detaches from the inflator during air bag deployment, the curtain air bag may not inflate properly, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the side curtain air bag modules, free of charge. An interim letter notifying owners of the safety risk was mailed August 3, 2020. The recall began January 11, 2021. Owners may contact Ford's customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for ... Read more

68 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company

SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR

Defect Description

National Van Builders, Inc. (National Van Builders) is recalling certain vehicles based on 2019-2020 Ford Transit and 2019 Ram Promaster vans equipped with Freedman GO-ES foldaway seats. The seat belt retractor block out zone may have not been set correctly, potentially resulting in a seat belt tha... Read more

Consequence

An unsecured occupant has an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.

Remedy

National Van Builders will notify owners, and dealers will replace the retractors, free of charge. The recall began May 19, 2020. Owners may contact Freedman customer service at 1-800-443-4540 or National Van Builders customer service at 1-800-527-7477.

5 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: National Van Builders, Inc.

SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR

Defect Description

TransitWorks is recalling certain Driverge vehicles based on 2019-2020 Ford Transit vans equipped with Freedman Seating Company (FSC) PT Foldaway and GO-ES 3-point Foldaway seats. The seat belt retractor block out zone may have not been set correctly, potentially resulting in a seat belt that may n... Read more

Consequence

An unsecured occupant has an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.

Remedy

TransitWorks will notify owners, and dealers will replace the retractors, free of charge. The recall began May 13, 2020. Dealers can contact Freedman Seating Company for parts and reimbursement information at 1-800-443-4540.

205 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: TransitWorks

Complaint Statistics

106 total complaints 4 crashes 2 fires 4 injuries

Top Reported Components

Component	Complaints
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM	15
POWER TRAIN	12
ENGINE	10
SEATS	9
UNKNOWN OR OTHER	8
STEERING	5
STRUCTURE:BODY	5
SERVICE BRAKES	3
TIRES	3
WHEELS	3

Incident date: Jun 10, 2026

I was driving the vehicle yesterday, had no problems and then when making a right hand turn the vehicle completely locked up. The brakes and steering column locked and the vehicle completely shut done. The dashboard lit up and the windows still worked but there was not power to the engine. Attempted... Read more

Incident date: Jun 1, 2026

Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 1999 Dodge Ram 2500. The sale was a private sale. The contact stated at the time of purchase the mileage was 260,000. The contact later purchased a CARFAX report which indicated that on September 15, 2021, the odometer reading was 382,443.

Incident date: Jun 18, 2026

When backing the sensors fail to notify the driver/operator of forcibly engaging impending objects such as a small child or object by an audible noise alert that increases in loudness as the vehicle gets closer to the child/ person or object. I purchased the Pickup truck in 2020 with 17,000 miles ... Read more

Incident date: Jun 15, 2026

After 3 months and less than 800 miles the service transmission light came on. While driving to the dealership, the engine light came on, followed by bells and buzzers. The dealership said our transmission valve connector was defective. It’s been there 2 weeks still waiting for the part to come in... Read more

Incident date: Jun 15, 2026

The contact owns a 2016 Ford Escape. The contact stated that while reversing, the rear-view camera screen displayed an upside-down image. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed with rear-view camera failure. The contact was informed that the rear-view camera display needed to be... Read more

Incident date: Apr 4, 2026

The primary front trunk (frunk) latch mechanism fails to unlatch on the first attempt, requiring multiple actuations to open. When I brought the vehicle to the manufacturer's official service center to have the defective safety latch inspected and repaired, they confirmed the behavior but refused to... Read more

Incident date: Dec 13, 2025

Failed oil pressure switch and now my engine is no good

Incident date: Dec 13, 2025

While driving straight, my 2019 Honda Pilot activates collision “BRAKE” warnings and applies steering wheel torque when there are no vehicles or obstacles present. The system intervenes unexpectedly and repeatedly. The attached documents show that I reported this issue to a Honda dealership and ... Read more

Incident date: Dec 13, 2025

Incident date: Mar 6, 2025

I bought a used car as is for $6700.00 and was told that the car was nothing wrong with it but within the first month 07/02/25 the car has been to 3 different shops and in the shop 5 different times all due to brake problems since I bought the car I have had to replace both front calipers and rotors... Read more

Crash

Incident date: Jul 1, 2025

The contact owns a 2023 Nissan Rogue. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the engine made an abnormal knocking sound. The contact stated that while driving with the Adaptive Cruise Control activated, the vehicle failed to decelerate automatically while there was a vehicle in th... Read more

Incident date: Dec 11, 2024

Cannot shift out of park. AC stops blowing also. Electric seats stopped working. Replaced BCM modular, solenoid , entire shifter and more. It worked for two months. -Happening again. Cannot shift out of park and the AC stops working. Seat are working at moment. It’s all intermittent. Currentl... Read more

Incident date: Jun 22, 2025

Phone calls while connected to CarPlay do not come through car on first call. You have to press speaker on your phone twice to get it to come through. Which can lead to distraction while driving. Switching between CarPlay and radio also causes serious sound difference with one being deafening and ... Read more

Incident date: Jun 22, 2025

The contact owns a 2015 Ford Escape. The contact stated while the vehicle was parked, the rearview camera was intermittently inoperative and displayed a dark screen. No warning light was illuminated; however, the "Rearview Camera Not Available" message was displayed on the instrument panel. The vehi... Read more

Incident date: Jun 12, 2025

At startup, I would receive a message that said, steering assist reduced. There were no check engine lights or warning lights. My air conditioning stopped working, and my temperature gauge on the dash remained at cold. I also noticed the radiator fans were on full blast, continuously. I called the d... Read more

Incident date: Mar 12, 2025

The contact owns a 2021 Ford F-250. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V957000 (Fuel System, Diesel); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle experienced a loss of automotiv... Read more

Incident date: Apr 23, 2025

I purchased a 2022 Hyundai Tucson brand new, expecting it to be a reliable and safe vehicle for many years. Unfortunately, the fuel injectors failed and had to be replaced far too early in the car’s life. What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon re... Read more

Incident date: Jul 12, 2023

My display screen went completely black. The blind spot warning system does not work at all as well when the display screen went black. It's completely unresponsive, no navigation, radio, entertainment anything. The a/c is on full blast as if it's on defrost as well. And the language for the car wen... Read more

Incident date: Feb 5, 2025

It was a hot day and I went to start my 2019 Jetta, it sent me a warning code to safely stop the vehicle and then all electrical shut off but the engine then proceeded to stall in place and not want to start back up. I got it to restart and the parking break locked up. I turned it off again and rest... Read more

Incident date: Jun 25, 2024

While driving in traffic at 65mph, the engine stopped running, car went into neutral and there was no power for brakes or steering. I luckily made it to the side of the road. Vehicle was towed to my dealer ( Cardinal Buick GMC, Belleville, IL), where after 3 days they informed me that the engine was... Read more

Incident date: Apr 30, 2024

The contact owns a 2021 Ford Bronco Sport. The contact stated that while the vehicle was in reverse(R), there was an abnormal screeching sound coming from the rear brakes while depressing the brake pedal. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact had taken the vehicle to a local dealer and... Read more

Incident date: Jan 1, 2022

See attached document for complaint.

Incident date: Jan 1, 2022

While the truck is in motion and the transmission shifts gears it has a kick to it also it down shifts on its own and other times the truck loses all power like if it was in neutral

Incident date: Dec 4, 2024

The contact owns a 2019 Honda Civic SI. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the vehicle failed to start. The contact stated that while depressing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle occasionally failed to respond as needed. The vehicle was not taking to a dealer to be diagnosed or r... Read more

Incident date: Oct 29, 2024

Transmission shifting is abrasive particularly when coming to a stop. Vehicle lurches forward when transmission shifts from 2nd to 1st. Loss of control imminent when traveling on slick surfaces. I have brought this to the attention of my local dealership and was told there are no warning lights illu... Read more

Incident date: Nov 20, 2024

1st incident (Oct. 8, 2024)- while traveling up a slight incline vehicle began to sputter and then stopped accelerating. No codes where thrown, no warning of any kind. The vehicle was still running and had all power, but there was no acceleration when pressing on the gas pedal. I was able to turn t... Read more

Incident date: Oct 7, 2024

Porsche Cayenne dashboard leather shrunk and staples pulled out. Leather is loose on dashboard. I was told that if the vehicle was in an accident the airbag might not deploy correctly. The Porsche dealer looked at it and recommended replacing it. This is a very common issue.

Incident date: Oct 7, 2024

When driving in the midday sun, the reflection on the dashboard is so bad that I can hardly see out of the windscreen. Happens frequently when driving in direct sun.

Incident date: Oct 7, 2024

Vehicle lost power because of a faulty fuel pump control module. On highway could have caused collision. GM knows of problems but not recalling them. Problem has occurred several times. Check engine light came on.

Incident date: Jun 24, 2022

I purchased a 2019 Ford Edge (ecoboost) with 49,000 miles. At approximately 55,000 miles the transmission began shifting erratically, cause the vehicle to lurch and then arbitrarily stop. I had the transmission fluid drained and replaced and the transmission performance appeared to improve for app... Read more

Incident date: Jul 15, 2024

Seatback fold mechanism loose. Vehicle only has 23,000 miles and seat is starting to come loose.

Incident date: Apr 5, 2024

The contact owns a 2008 Lexus LS460. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle and depressing the brake pedal, there was a knocking and ticking sound coming from the brakes. Additionally, the brake light, traction control light, and check engine warning lights were illuminated. The ABS, Br... Read more

Incident date: Feb 6, 2024

I have been having electrical problems with my jeep for a couple of months. I took it in to my jeep dealer that found over fifty problem codes. They cleared the codes and drove it for 180 miles over two weeks and could not get anything to duplicate. Some codes- service shifter, abs not communicatin... Read more

Incident date: May 17, 2024

I purchased the SRX from Massey Cadillac North of Orlando, FL in August 2023. Two weeks ago I received an audio warning and the ABS, Traction Control and Brake warning lights illuminated. The power steering was also compromised and required more effort to control the car. I took the car to Cadillac ... Read more

Incident date: Jul 6, 2021

Tire size: 245/75 R16 LT 120/116Q Tire: Kumho Crugen HT51 I was driving on [XXX] and had only been driving about 30 minutes. I heard a sound and could see rubber from rear passenger side tire separating from the tire. I assumed I had a flat tire and immediately pulled over to the right shoulder of ... Read more

Incident date: Jan 18, 2024

The front subframe(cross member) blew out, due to excessive corrosion. Causing the control arm to dismount as well as separation of the CV axle from the transmission, while traveling down the road losing complete steer of the vehicle. Luckily I was coming to a stop sign and not traveling on the high... Read more

Crash

Incident date: Jan 18, 2024

Crash

Incident date: Dec 11, 2023

the evaporator of the AC system failed at 48k miles. We live in Houston Texas and AC is not a luxury it's a requirement making the vehicle unsafe to drive in the extreme temperatures. Honda knows that this is an issue and has recalled both the condenser and compressor of the AC system to a ten year ... Read more

Incident date: Oct 7, 2023

my airbag warning light comes on intermittently and the dealer has said the parts are not available for me to get the airbag fixed. The letter I received from Chevrolet said not to drive the car and that there was no remedy. I would like a replacement vehicle until the parts are available to fix t... Read more

Incident date: Sep 28, 2023

The contact owns a 2014 GMC Acadia. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V334000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was not contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time ... Read more

Incident date: Sep 28, 2023

DRIVER SIDE DOOR MAKING A CLUNKING/ POPPING SOUND WHEN OPENED AND CLOSED AND WINDOW NOT OPERATING NORMALLY. THE HINGE IS VERY LOOSE. IT SOUND LIKE THE DOOR IS GOING TO FALL OFF BECAUSE IT DOES NOT CLOSE ALL THE WAY. THIS IS A SAFETY ISSUE AND FORD SHOULD FIX THIS AT THEIR EXPENSE. NEVER HAD A ... Read more

Incident date: Feb 17, 2023

Car started/idled rough but stopped after acceleration. Mile into drive, yellow ck engine light flashing. Drove home and took it to auto store for free diagnostic. Misfire cylinder 1. Took to nussan dealer where purchased (certified used) to have them check it out. Light is now off, but code is stor... Read more

Incident date: Jun 1, 2022

My car broke down on the highway, found oil leaked out. Oil Plug fell off during drive making immediate oil loss which in result caused catastrophic engine failure. Vehicle needs new engine. The car received service maintenance in authorized Hyundai City of Bay Ridge Dealership. Car is less then one... Read more

Incident date: Jul 22, 2022

Vehicle is 12 years old with 105,000 miles and frame has multiple cracks/ holes. I was told by the dealer that the truck is basically junk.

Incident date: Jul 22, 2022

Vehicle is 12 years old with 105,000 miles and frame has multiple cracks/ holes. I was told by the dealer that the truck is basically junk.

Incident date: May 18, 2022

Recently I have experienced a "soft brake pedal" on my 2011 Lincoln MKZ. I investigated online and here's what I found. So far there is no recall on this vehicle but SHOULD BE. NHTSA believes the hydraulic control valves can become corroded and stuck, causing soft brake pedals and longer stopping d... Read more

Incident date: Nov 15, 2021

The contact owns a 2019 Maserati Ghibli. The contact stated while driving approximately 40 MPH, the vehicle drove over a dip in the roadway and the rear end swayed from left to right. The contact stated that at higher speeds the swaying made the vehicle more unstable. The contact stated no warning l... Read more

Incident date: Nov 15, 2021

seat collapse. Available to be inspected. Unable to see over wheel or reach the acceleration and break pedals. Airbag light comes on due to the collapsed seat either cutting the airbag electrical cable, or puncturing the airbag itself. Vehicle has only been inspected by our fleet manager, our in hou... Read more

Incident date: Nov 15, 2021

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Incident date: Nov 15, 2021

The contact owns a 2013 Chrysler 200. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle jerked and stalled. The vehicle failed to restart. The oil warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that the vehicle was inspected by an independent mechanic for multiple undiscl... Read more

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NHTSA Safety Ratings, 2020 FORD TRANSIT

2020 Ford Transit VAN RWD

Category	Rating
Frontal Crash	3 / 5 ★★★☆☆
Frontal Crash, Driver	4 / 5 ★★★★☆
Frontal Crash, Passenger	2 / 5 ★★☆☆☆
Rollover Risk	0.0%

Safety Technology

Feature	Status
Electronic Stability Control	Standard
Forward Collision Warning	Standard
Lane Departure Warning	Optional

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings Program. Ratings are based on crash tests conducted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

Technical Service Bulletins, 2020 FORD TRANSIT

197 manufacturer communications from 133 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

Component	Bulletins
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM	44
100000 POWER TRAIN	27
350000 EQUIPMENT	26
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING	12
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER	8
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL	5
060000 ENGINE (PWS)	5
162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR	4

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Some 2018-2019 Explorer and 2018-2024 Transit/F-150/Expedition/Navigator vehicles may exhibit an illuminated MIL with diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) P0627, P025A, P025B, P00C6, P008A and/or U0109 stored in the powertrain control module (PC

350000 EQUIPMENT

All accessory stick-on keyless entry keypads come with a wallet card containing the master code. If the accessory keypad was factory installed, this card will be placed in the glove box and should be handed to the vehicles owner during ini

120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING

2015-2024 Transit and 2023-2024 Transit Trail vehicles equipped with DRW have a high mount rear marker lamp that does not illuminate with the stop lamps. This lamp assembly may appear to be a stop lamp but is intended to illuminate with the

100000 POWER TRAIN

This article supersedes TSB 22-2444 to add 2024 model year vehicles. Some 2015-2024 Transit vehicles equipped with rear wheel drive (RWD), single rear wheel (only), and U-joints at the transmission flange and rear driveshaft may experience

100000 POWER TRAIN

This article supersedes TSB 24-2059 to update the Service Procedure LTIS statement. Some 2021-2022 F-150, 2022-2023 Expedition/Navigator/Mustang and 2020-2023 Transit/Explorer/Aviator vehicles equipped with a 10R80/10R80MHT transmission may

220000 SEATS

This article supersedes TSB 23-2235 to correct the Parts List and update Step 2 of the Service Procedure. Some 2019-2021 Transit vehicles built on or before 11-Feb-2021 may experience a front seat cushion sagging. The vehicle may also exhib

100000 POWER TRAIN

This article supersedes TSB 23-2351 to remove 2023 F-150 10R80 and 10R80 MHT vehicle applications. The 2023 F-150 10R80 and 10R80 MHT vehicles will be the subject of a separate article. Some 2021-2022 F-150, 2022-2023 Expedition/Navigator/M

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

For 2015-2024 Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with turbocharged engines and customer concern of an engine oil leak, refer to Workshop Manual (WSM), Section 303-00 for oil leak inspection and testing methods. Ford has evaluated turbocharg

100000 POWER TRAIN

During service and repair requiring removal and replacement of a crankshaft bolt and/or crankshaft damper, achieving proper torque of the crankshaft pulley bolt is critical. Incorrect torque may allow the bolt to loosen resulting in the tim

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Some 2020-2023 Ford and Lincoln SYNC3 equipped vehicles may experience an inaccurate notification in the FordPass??A?/LincolnWay??A? app indicating Vehicle Has Entered Deep Sleep Mode. Vehicle Has Entered Deep Sleep Mode message is expected

100000 POWER TRAIN

Some 2021-2023 F-150, 2022-2023 Expedition/Navigator, 2022-2023 Mustang, 2020-2023 Transit, 2020-2023 Explorer/Aviator vehicles equipped with a 10R80/10R80MHT transmission may exhibit a harsh/delayed engagement and/or harsh/delayed shift, a

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Some 2019-2020 Transit vehicles may exhibit various SRS diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) when used as delivery and/or courier vehicle. This may be due to repeated rear entry of the vehicle by crossing between the front seats or stepping in t

220000 SEATS

This article supersedes TSB 22-2263 to update the Title, Issue, Action, Service Procedure, and Part List. Some 2019-2021 Transit vehicles built on or before 11-Feb-2021 may experience a front seat cushion sagging. The vehicle may also exhib

100000 POWER TRAIN

Some 2017-2023 Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with a 10R60/10R80/10R80 MHT/10R100 transmission may exhibit a whine noise at idle and/or while driving. This may be identified as coming from the bellhousing and the front of the transmissi

150000 SEAT BELTS

Some 2015-2023 Transit vehicles may exhibit front seat safety belts that do not extend or retract properly or may exhibit an abnormal noise. Verify if the vehicle has been modified, in particular if a bulkhead partition between the front se

100000 POWER TRAIN

This article supersedes TSB 22-2428 and 23-2176 to update the Issue, Action and Service Procedure. Some 2017-2023 F-150, 2018-2023 Expedition/Navigator/Mustang, 2019-2023 Ranger, 2020-2023 Explorer/Aviator/Transit and 2021-2023 Bronco vehic

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

In various 2017-2023 Ford and Lincoln vehicles, customers may receive a message in the FordPass or LincolnWay App stating Feature Unavailable. Since this is a fleet vehicle, it cannot access the (SYNC Connect) FordPass or LincolnWay app thr

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Some 2020-2023 Ford and Lincoln SYNC3 equipped vehicles may experience an inaccurate notification in the FordPassA?/LincolnWayA? app indicating Vehicle Has Entered Deep Sleep Mode. Vehicle Has Entered Deep Sleep Mode message is expected if

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

The Service Awareness Newsletter is an informal communication that contains information that may not be presently available in a TSB, SSM, GSB, or other electronic communication. This article includes information on warranty, technical serv

100000 POWER TRAIN

TSB 22-2428 is missing some labor operations. For any missing labor operations, claim available new model labor operations or m-time. Refer to this article on the repair order. When replacing the CDF cylinder, the current TSB does not requi

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

100000 POWER TRAIN

Some 2017-2023 F-150, 2018-2023 Expedition/Navigator/Mustang, 2019-2023 Ranger, 2020-2023 Explorer/Aviator/Transit and 2021-2023 Bronco vehicles equipped with a 10R60 transmission and built on or before 23-Dec-2022 or with a 18R80/10R80MHT

100000 POWER TRAIN

2021-2022 F-150 vehicles with 2.7L, 3.3L, 3.5L EcoBoost or 5.0L engines, 2020-2022 Transit vehicles with 3.5L Duratec/3.5L EcoBoost engines, 2021-2023 Bronco with the 2.3L or 2.7L engine having charging system diagnostics performed in the W

280100 BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE

160000 STRUCTURE

For 2000-2024 Ford and Lincoln vehicles, swapping a module from a vehicle for diagnosis purposes is likely to cause errors and is not recommended. It is also not recommended to order a replacement module using a vehicle identification numbe

100000 POWER TRAIN

Some 2020-2023 Explorer/Aviator/Transit, 2021-2023 F-150/Bronco, 2022-2023 Expedition/Navigator/Mustang and 2023 F-250/F-350 Super Duty vehicles may exhibit harsh/delayed engagement and/or harsh/delayed shift concerns. These may be addresse

353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

100000 POWER TRAIN

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

2021-2022 F-150 vehicles with 2.7L, 3.3L, 3.5L EcoBoost or 5.0L engines, 2020-2022 Transit vehicles with 3.5L Duratec/3.5L EcoBoost engines, 2023 Bronco with the 2.3L engine having charging system diagnostics performed in the Workshop Manua

103100 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Some 2018-2023 F-150, Expedition, Navigator, Transit, Aviator and Explorer vehicles may exhibit an illuminated MIL with diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) P0627, P025A, P025B, P00C6, P008A and/or U0109 stored in the powertrain control module (

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Some 2020-2022 Transit, 2022 E-Transit vehicles built on or before 26-Apr-2022 may exhibit a lack of power steering assist at initial vehicle start-up with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) C102D:00 stored in the power steering control module (

016000 STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This article supersedes TSB 21-2205 to update the vehicles and vehicle model years affected. 2021-2022 F-150 vehicles with 2.7L, 3.5L EcoBoost or 5.0L engines, 2020-2022 Transit vehicles with 3.5L EcoBoost engine having charging system diag

119000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM

346000 COMMUNICATION:MANUFACTURER TELEMATICS

Some 2020-2023 Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with a telematic control unit (TCU) may exhibit inoperative remote features via Ford Pass/Lincoln Way mobile app, incomplete user authorization, and/or modem electronic serial number (ESN) c

100000 POWER TRAIN

This article supersedes TSB 22-2271 to update the vehicle model years affected. Some 2015-2023 Transit vehicles equipped with rear wheel drive (RWD), single rear wheel (only), and U-joints at the transmission flange and rear driveshaft may

105300 POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

2015-2023 Transit vehicles equipped with DRW have a high mount rear marker lamp that does not illuminate with the stop lamps. This lamp assembly may appear to be a stop lamp but is intended to illuminate with the parking lamps only. This in

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Some 2020-2022 Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with a telematic control unit (TCU) may exhibit inoperative remote features via Ford Pass/Lincoln Way mobile app, incomplete user authorization, and/or modem electronic serial number (ESN) c

346000 COMMUNICATION:MANUFACTURER TELEMATICS

162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR

Some 2020-2022 Transit vehicles may experience intermittent operation of the power sliding door (PSD) which may not open/close properly. It can still be closed manually. Diagnostic trouble code (DTC) U201A may or may not be present in the d

162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR

Some 2015-2022 Transit vehicles may experience a snap, click and/or pop noise from the door check when opening/closing the front door(s). This may be due to a cracked/broken door check and/or fastener. To correct the condition, follow the S

350000 EQUIPMENT

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Some 2018-2021 F-150 3.3L, 2020-2021 Explorer 3.3L, and 2020-2021 Transit 3.5L may experience an illuminated low oil pressure and malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P0521 stored in the powertrain control mod

220000 SEATS

Some 2019-2021 Transit vehicles built on or before 11-Feb-2021 may experience a front seat cushion sagging. To correct this condition, follow the Service Procedure to replace the suspension mat assembly and install additional webbing strap

354000 EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL

Some 2020-2021 Transit vehicles equipped with factory keyless entry remote may exhibit a broken flip-key at the base of the fob. For customers that may require a more robust key due to high key cycle activity, a mechanical key (Rotunda part

100000 POWER TRAIN

This article supersedes TSB 22-2175 to update the Issue, Action, and Service Procedure. Some 2015-2022 Transit vehicles equipped with rear wheel drive (RWD), single rear wheel (only), and U-joints at the transmission flange and rear drivesh

150000 SEAT BELTS

Some 2015-2022 Transit vehicles may exhibit front seat safety belts that do not extend or retract properly or may exhibit an abnormal noise. Verify if the vehicle has been modified, in particular if a bulkhead partition between the front se

070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

Certain 2020-2021 Model Year Transit Vehicles Equipped with a 3.5L Ecoboost Engine - Fuel Filler Door E85 Label Removal .In all of the affected vehicles, the fuel tank filler door may incorrectly have an E85 fuel label installed on units th

355100 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

060000 ENGINE (PWS)

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Some 2018-2022 F-150, Expedition, Navigator, Transit, Aviator and Explorer vehicles may exhibit an illuminated MIL with diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) P0627, P025A, P025B, P00C6, P008A and/or U0109 stored in the powertrain control module (

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Some 2013-2023 Ford or Lincoln vehicles with modems activated through FordPass or LincolnWay may experience 12 volt battery drain symptoms when the customer uses non-Ford/Lincoln phone applications as an alternate channel to access vehicle

060000 ENGINE (PWS)

Certain 2020-2021 Model Year Transit Vehicles Equipped with a 3.5L Ecoboost Engine - Fuel Filler Door E85 Label Removal - In all of the affected vehicles, the fuel tank filler door may incorrectly have an E85 fuel label installed on units t

100000 POWER TRAIN

Some 20152022 Transit vehicles equipped with rear wheel drive (RWD), single rear wheel only, and a U-joint at the transmission flange and rear driveshaft may experience a boom/hum/moan noise or vibration from the rear while driving. This n

050000 PARKING BRAKE

2020-2022 Transit vehicles equipped with the push down parking brake lever operate differently than the standard parking brake. When the push down parking brake is engaged by pulling the lever upward to its fullest extent, the lever can the

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Some 2019-2022 Transit vehicles may experience intermittent operation of the power sliding door (PSD) which may not open/close properly. It can still be closed manually. Diagnostic trouble code (DTC) U201A may or may not be present. The PSD

162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Some 2017-2022 Transit Connect/Transit/Explorer vehicles equipped with a fleet telematics global positioning system (GPS) and a connected human machine interface (HMI) radio (CHR) may experience concerns with rear camera zoom, wrong map mat

350000 EQUIPMENT

280000 BACK OVER PREVENTION

100000 POWER TRAIN

Some 2018-2022 F-150, Expedition, Navigator, Transit, Aviator and Explorer vehicles may exhibit an illuminated MIL with Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) P025A, P025B, P00C6, P008A and/or U0109 stored in the powertrain control module (PCM). T

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

350000 EQUIPMENT

In various 2017-2022 Ford and Lincoln vehicles, customers may receive a message in the FordPass or LincolnWay App stating "Feature Unavailable. Since this is a fleet vehicle, it cannot access the (SYNC Connect) FordPass or LincolnWay app th

346000 COMMUNICATION:MANUFACTURER TELEMATICS

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

350000 EQUIPMENT

353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.

353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)

120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING

2015-2022 Transit vehicles equipped with DRW have a high mount rear marker lamp that does not illuminate with the stop lamps. This lamp assembly may appear to be a stop lamp but is intended to illuminate with the parking lamps only. This in

100000 POWER TRAIN

Some 2015-2021 Transit vehicles equipped with rear wheel drive (RWD), single rear wheel only, and a U-joint at the transmission flange and rear driveshaft may experience a boom/hum/moan noise or vibration from the rear while driving. This n

353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)

Some 2016-2021 Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with SYNC 3 may exhibit a condition where the navigation voice prompts are inoperative after a SYNC map update. This may be due to an incomplete installation of the SYNC map software. If pos

118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

010000 STEERING

Some 2020-2021 Transit vehicles built on 12-Aug-2019 and through 1-Sep-2021 may exhibit a lack of power steering assist on initial engine start-up with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) U3000:49 stored in the power steering control module (PSCM

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Some 2018-2021 EcoSport, Expedition, Navigator; 2019-2021 Ranger; 2020-2021 Escape, Corsair, Explorer, Transit; 2021 Bronco, Bronco Sport, Edge, Nautilus, F-150, Mustang; 2019-2022 Transit Connect; 2020-2022 Aviator, F-Super Duty; and 2022

150000 SEAT BELTS

Some 2015-2021 Transit vehicles may exhibit front seat safety belts that do not extend or retract properly or may exhibit an abnormal noise. Verify if the vehicle has been modified, in particular if a bulkhead partition between the front se

100000 POWER TRAIN

Some 2020-2021 Transit vehicles may exhibit a harsh engagement/harsh shift/delayed shift. It is also possible to experience an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) or diagnostic trouble codes (DTC) P0729, P0731, P0732, P0733, P0734,

220000 SEATS

Some 2019-2021 Transit vehicles built on or before 11-Feb-2021 may experience a front seat cushion sagging. This may be due to a broken seat suspension mat. To correct this condition, follow the Service Procedure to install additional webbi

350000 EQUIPMENT

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Some 2020-2021 Transit vehicles built on or before 05-Aug-2021 without SYNC may exhibit a concern where the FordPass Connect selection is missing in the instrument panel cluster (IPC) menu and/or the FordPass authorization pop-up does not a

117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL

063000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM

Some 2020-2021 Transit vehicles may experience a pop/sizzle/crack noise from the exhaust. This may be due to water dripping on the exhaust from the evaporator drain tube. To correct the condition, follow the Service Procedure to extend the

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

103700 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER

Certain 2020-2021 Model Year Transit Vehicles Equipped with 3.5L PFDI Engines Inactive Smart Acceleration Truncation Feature In all of the affected vehicles, the Smart Acceleration Truncation (SAT) feature is non-functional. The SAT featur

060000 ENGINE (PWS)

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Some 2020-2021 Transit vehicles equipped with factory keyless entry remote may exhibit a broken flip-key at the base of the fob. A broken key can be replaced with the current service part, which is a like-for-like replacement. However, for

350000 EQUIPMENT

103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

Some 2020-2021 Transit vehicles may exhibit a harsh engagement into drive. The vehicle may or may not have an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) and diagnostic trouble codes (DTC) P0772 and/or P2704 in the powertrain control modul

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Some 2020-2021 Transit vehicles may exhibit an open master fuse in the high current battery junction box. The master fuses are now available as a separate service part and can be replaced without replacing the high current battery junction

350000 EQUIPMENT

356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Some 2015-2021 Ford and Lincoln vehicles may exhibit an illuminated MIL with diagnostic trouble codes (DTC) P0011, P0012, P0014, P0015, P0016, P0017, P0018, P0019, P0021, P0022, P0024 and/or P0025. This may be due to small debris causing th

102640 POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION:INTERNAL:DOGS/SYNCHROS

Some 2017-2021 Ford and Lincoln vehicle customers may receive a message in their FordPass or Lincoln Way App stating Feature Unavailable. Since this is a fleet vehicle, it cannot access the SYNC Connect or FordPass Connect feature or Lincol

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Some 2016-2021 Ford or Lincoln vehicles equipped with SYNC 3 or SYNC 4 may exhibit a blank screen or other various SYNC symptoms only when the vehicle is in transport mode. This is considered normal due to the power saving features enabled

100000 POWER TRAIN

Some 2020 Transit vehicles equipped with a 3.5L Duratec engine and all 2021 Transit vehicles built on or before 01-Jul-2021 may experience an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) with diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) P0011, P0012, P0

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NHTSA Safety Investigations, FORD TRANSIT

Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.

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Zipcar Rental Concerns

NHTSA opened this audit query to determine whether Zipcar, Inc. (Zipcar) complied with the requirements of the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act (Safety Act). The Safety Act requires, among other things, that a rental car company not rent, lease, or sell a recalled vehicle until the safe... Read more

FORD TRANSIT - All Years Overview

Complete safety history for the FORD TRANSIT across all model years (2014, 2025).

152 Total Recalls

1,072 Total Complaints

1 Investigations

41 Reported Crashes

11 Reported Fires

36 Reported Deaths

FORD TRANSIT - Year by Year

Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.

Year	Recalls	Complaints
2026	0	8	View
2025	4	3	View
2024	10	41	View
2023	18	79	View
2022	16	54	View
2021	4	32	View
2020 (current)	9	106
2019	9	47	View
2018	14	78	View
2017	18	133	View
2016	21	213	View
2015	26	274	View
2014	3	3	View
2001	0	1	View

Other FORD Models

Model	Recalls	Complaints
MUSTANG	1,104	11,600	View
RANGER	928	10,371	View
F-350 SD	776	2,363	View
F-450 SD	692	624	View
F-150	692	46,142	View
F-250 SD	638	3,635	View
EXPLORER	624	42,549	View
F-550 SD	578	603	View

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