The 2025 Ford Transit has 4 safety recalls and 4 owner complaints on file with NHTSA. The most-reported problem area is service brakes (2 complaints).
Recalls4safety recalls
Complaints4filed by owners
Crashes · fires1 · 0reported in complaints
Injuries · deaths0 · 0reported in complaints
2025 Ford Transit in an NHTSA crash test
1 recall for this model year carries an NHTSA do not drive advisory. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Safety recalls
Service brakes, hydraulic › Pedals and linkages
NHTSA recall 26V090000 · Feb 17, 2026 · 15,965 vehicles
NHTSA advisory: do not drive affected vehicles until repaired.
Problem: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Transit vehicles. The brake pedal may disconnect from the brake booster pushrod, causing a loss of brake function. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 105, "Hydraulic and Electric Brake Systems."
Risk: A loss of brake function increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the remedy has been completed. Dealers will inspect and repair the brake booster assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 24, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26C07. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on February 18, 2026.
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.
Engine and engine cooling › Engine › Hard parts internal/mechanical
NHTSA recall 25V344000 · Jun 13, 2025 · 156 vehicles
Problem: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Transit, F-150, and Explorer vehicles. The connecting rod and rod bearing components may have manufacturing defects that can lead to engine damage and engine failure.
Risk: A damaged engine can result in engine failure and a stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect the connecting rods and replace the engine long block assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 15, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S55.
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.
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
NHTSA side barrier crash testNHTSA side pole crash test
2025 Ford TRANSIT HIGH ROOF 12 PASS PV AWD
Overall
★★★★★
Frontal crash
★★★★★
Side crash
★★★★★
Rollover
★★★★★
Rollover risk
42.3%
Forward collision warning: Standard & Optional · Lane departure warning: Standard
2025 Ford TRANSIT HIGH ROOF 12 PASS PV RWD
Overall
★★★★★
Frontal crash
★★★★★
Side crash
★★★★★
Rollover
★★★★★
Rollover risk
51.6%
Forward collision warning: Standard & Optional · Lane departure warning: Standard
2025 Ford TRANSIT HIGH ROOF 15 PASS PV AWD
Overall
★★★★★
Frontal crash
★★★★★
Side crash
★★★★★
Rollover
★★★★★
Rollover risk
35.6%
Forward collision warning: Standard & Optional · Lane departure warning: Standard
2025 Ford TRANSIT HIGH ROOF 15 PASS PV RWD
Overall
★★★★★
Frontal crash
★★★★★
Side crash
★★★★★
Rollover
★★★★★
Rollover risk
45.1%
Forward collision warning: Standard & Optional · Lane departure warning: Standard
2025 Ford TRANSIT LOW ROOF 12 PASS PV AWD
Overall
Not Rated
Frontal crash
★★★★★
Side crash
★★★★★
Rollover
Not Rated
Forward collision warning: Standard & Optional · Lane departure warning: Standard
2025 Ford TRANSIT LOW ROOF 12 PASS PV RWD
Overall
★★★★★
Frontal crash
★★★★★
Side crash
★★★★★
Rollover
★★★★★
Rollover risk
26.7%
Forward collision warning: Standard & Optional · Lane departure warning: Standard
2025 Ford TRANSIT LOW ROOF 15 PASS PV AWD
Overall
Not Rated
Frontal crash
★★★★★
Side crash
★★★★★
Rollover
Not Rated
Forward collision warning: Standard & Optional · Lane departure warning: Standard
2025 Ford TRANSIT LOW ROOF 15 PASS PV RWD
Overall
★★★★★
Frontal crash
★★★★★
Side crash
★★★★★
Rollover
★★★★★
Rollover risk
33.8%
Forward collision warning: Standard & Optional · Lane departure warning: Standard
2025 Ford TRANSIT MEDIUM ROOF 12 PASS PV AWD
Overall
★★★★★
Frontal crash
★★★★★
Side crash
★★★★★
Rollover
★★★★★
Rollover risk
33.8%
Forward collision warning: Standard & Optional · Lane departure warning: Standard
2025 Ford TRANSIT MEDIUM ROOF 12 PASS PV RWD
Overall
★★★★★
Frontal crash
★★★★★
Side crash
★★★★★
Rollover
★★★★★
Rollover risk
37.6%
Forward collision warning: Standard & Optional · Lane departure warning: Standard
2025 Ford TRANSIT MEDIUM ROOF 15 PASS PV AWD
Overall
★★★★★
Frontal crash
★★★★★
Side crash
★★★★★
Rollover
★★★★★
Rollover risk
33.8%
Forward collision warning: Standard & Optional · Lane departure warning: Standard
2025 Ford TRANSIT MEDIUM ROOF 15 PASS PV RWD
Overall
★★★★★
Frontal crash
★★★★★
Side crash
★★★★★
Rollover
★★★★★
Rollover risk
37.6%
Forward collision warning: Standard & Optional · Lane departure warning: Standard
2025 Ford Transit Van - Gas CV AWD
Overall
Not Rated
Frontal crash
★★★★★
Side crash
Not Rated
Rollover
Not Rated
Forward collision warning: Standard & Optional · Lane departure warning: Standard
2025 Ford Transit Van - Gas CV RWD
Overall
Not Rated
Frontal crash
★★★★★
Side crash
Not Rated
Rollover
Not Rated
Forward collision warning: Standard & Optional · Lane departure warning: Standard
2025 Ford Transit Van BEV CV RWD
Overall
Not Rated
Frontal crash
Not Rated
Side crash
Not Rated
Rollover
Not Rated
Forward collision warning: Standard & Optional · Lane departure warning: Standard
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 area
Complaints
Crashes
Fires
Injuries
Typical mileage*
Service brakes
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Unknown or other
1
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Forward collision avoidance Warnings
1
0
0
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Electrical system
1
0
0
0
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*Median odometer reading when the problem happened, where owners gave one. One complaint can name several problem areas.
Recent owner complaints
Apr 1, 2026 · crashService brakes Vehicle: 2025 Ford Transit 250 VIN: [XXX] Owner: AQ ELECTRIC LLC - [XXX] - [XXX] Purchase: XXX - Sunshine Ford [XXX] Safety Defect: Electric Emergency Parking Brake / Electronic Parking Brake self-activation Incident Date 1: XXX approx 10:00 PM - Same day [XXX] [XXX] returned vehicle (XXX, 14 days, said no fault found), Emergency Brake activated without driver input while driving, vehicle hit curb/sidewalk. Driver [XXX] injured left shoulder. Ambulance transport to XXX [XXX] on XXX. Incident Date 2: Defect returned approx 5 weeks ago (XXX) - constant Electric Parking Brake warning message/code, vehicle unsafe to drive. Repair History: - [XXX] [XXX]: XXX - 14 days - No fault found - Stevens…
Aug 14, 2026Electrical system Rear A/C stopped working at 8k miles. Took it in under warranty. They have zero motors in the U.S. and have not provided a solution. I can not safely transport our children or an elderly woman in 100 degree heat without A/C. They say it is still usable and will not guarantee to pay for rental.
Mar 9, 2026Service brakes The Ford dealer where I bought this vehicle denies that there is a safety recall for this vehicle. That is Christina, Service Depart, Auto Nation Ford, Littleton, Colorado This recall states that I should not drive the vehicle until the recall has been serviced. I am unable to get Ford to honor the recall.
Aug 8, 2025Unknown or other VIN: [XXX] Recall data refreshed on Aug 09,2025 0 Unrepaired Recalls associated with this VIN Please BROADCAST 2025 Transit Safety Recalls* High voltage battery hvb side rail inspection Recall incomplete Rear camera screen software update Recall incomplete Connecting rod inspection Recall incomplete INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
Owner complaints are submitted to NHTSA by the public and are not verified. Shown as filed (NHTSA removes personal details); long reports are shortened.