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2024 Ford Transit recalls & problems

The 2024 Ford Transit has 10 safety recalls and 28 owner complaints on file with NHTSA. The most-reported problem area is structure (6 complaints).

Recalls10safety recalls
Complaints28filed by owners
Crashes · fires0 · 2reported in complaints
Injuries · deaths2 · 0reported in complaints
2024 Ford Transit in an NHTSA crash test
2024 Ford Transit in an NHTSA crash test

Safety recalls

Structure › Frame and members

NHTSA recall 26V061000 · Feb 3, 2026 · 1,403 vehicles

Problem: 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

NHTSA recall 25V876000 · Dec 17, 2025 · 86 vehicles · opened after NHTSA action (ODI)

Problem: 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

NHTSA recall 25V623000 · Sep 18, 2025 · 212 vehicles

Problem: 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 September 24, 2025.

Components: Steering; Tires

Back over prevention › Software

NHTSA recall 25V315000 · May 9, 2025 · 1,076,138 vehicles · opened after NHTSA action (ODI)

Problem: 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 customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S49.

Power train › Axle assembly › Axle shaft

NHTSA recall 24V805000 · Oct 25, 2024 · 1,075 vehicles

Problem: 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

NHTSA recall 24V636000 · Aug 23, 2024 · 373 vehicles

Problem: 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

NHTSA recall 24V591000 · Aug 9, 2024 · 1,902 vehicles

Problem: 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

NHTSA recall 24V542000 · Jul 19, 2024 · 1,902 vehicles

Problem: 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

NHTSA recall 24V226000 · Mar 22, 2024 · 1,902 vehicles

Problem: 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

NHTSA recall 24V102000 · Feb 9, 2024 · 113,320 vehicles

Problem: 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.

Recall repairs are free at any authorised dealer. A recall listed here may already have been fixed on a particular car: enter its 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see open recalls.

Crash test ratings

2024 Ford Transit NHTSA side crash test
NHTSA side barrier crash test
2024 Ford Transit NHTSA side pole crash test
NHTSA side pole crash test

2024 Ford TRANSIT HIGH ROOF (8,10,12) PASS PV AWD

Overall★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★
Rollover risk42.3%

Forward collision warning: Standard & Optional · Lane departure warning: Optional

2024 Ford TRANSIT HIGH ROOF (8,10,12) PASS PV RWD

Overall★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★
Rollover risk51.6%

Forward collision warning: Standard & Optional · Lane departure warning: Optional

2024 Ford TRANSIT HIGH ROOF 15 PASS PV AWD

Overall★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★
Rollover risk35.6%

Forward collision warning: Standard & Optional · Lane departure warning: Optional

2024 Ford TRANSIT HIGH ROOF 15 PASS PV RWD

Overall★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★
Rollover risk45.1%

Forward collision warning: Standard & Optional · Lane departure warning: Optional

2024 Ford TRANSIT LOW ROOF (8,10,12) PASS PV AWD

OverallNot Rated
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★
RolloverNot Rated

Forward collision warning: Standard & Optional · Lane departure warning: Optional

2024 Ford TRANSIT LOW ROOF (8,10,12) PASS PV RWD

Overall★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★
Rollover risk26.7%

Forward collision warning: Standard & Optional · Lane departure warning: Optional

2024 Ford TRANSIT LOW ROOF 15 PASS PV AWD

OverallNot Rated
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★
RolloverNot Rated

Forward collision warning: Standard & Optional · Lane departure warning: Optional

2024 Ford TRANSIT LOW ROOF 15 PASS PV RWD

Overall★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★
Rollover risk33.8%

Forward collision warning: Standard & Optional · Lane departure warning: Optional

2024 Ford TRANSIT MEDIUM ROOF (8,10,12) PASS PV AWD

OverallNot Rated
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★
RolloverNot Rated

Forward collision warning: Standard & Optional · Lane departure warning: Optional

2024 Ford TRANSIT MEDIUM ROOF (8,10,12) PASS PV RWD

Overall★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★
Rollover risk37.6%

Forward collision warning: Standard & Optional · Lane departure warning: Optional

2024 Ford TRANSIT MEDIUM ROOF 15 PASS PV AWD

OverallNot Rated
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★
RolloverNot Rated

Forward collision warning: Standard & Optional · Lane departure warning: Optional

2024 Ford TRANSIT MEDIUM ROOF 15 PASS PV RWD

Overall★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★
Rollover risk37.6%

Forward collision warning: Standard & Optional · Lane departure warning: Optional

2024 Ford Transit Van - CV AWD

OverallNot Rated
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crashNot Rated
RolloverNot Rated

Forward collision warning: Standard & Optional · Lane departure warning: Optional

2024 Ford Transit Van - CV RWD

OverallNot Rated
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crashNot Rated
RolloverNot Rated

Forward collision warning: Standard & Optional · Lane departure warning: Optional

2024 Ford Transit Van BEV CV RWD

OverallNot Rated
Frontal crashNot Rated
Side crashNot Rated
RolloverNot Rated

Forward collision warning: Standard & Optional · Lane departure warning: Optional

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (New Car Assessment Program). Ratings are comparable only between vehicles of similar size and weight, and ratings from 2011 on use tougher tests than earlier years. Photos: NHTSA.

What owners report

Problem areaComplaintsCrashesFiresInjuriesTypical mileage*
Structure
Body
6000—
Electrical system
5020—
Engine
5020—
Wheels
4000—
Tires
3000—
Power train
3011—
Back over prevention
3000—
Unknown or other
2000—
Exterior lighting
2000—
Seat belts
2000—
Steering
1000—
Fuel system, gasoline
1001—

*Median odometer reading when the problem happened, where owners gave one. One complaint can name several problem areas.

Recent owner complaints

Owner complaints are submitted to NHTSA by the public and are not verified. Shown as filed (NHTSA removes personal details); long reports are shortened.