Ford Transit 2025 recalls, problems, complaints and safety
NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls issued for the Ford Transit 2025 and 4 complaints filed by owners. One of them carries a do-not-drive or park-outside warning until repaired. It's the model year with the fewest complaints for the Ford Transit between 2016 and 2025.
These are recalls issued for this model and year, not for your specific car. A car may already be repaired or may not be included. Confirm with your VIN on NHTSA.
Own or buying a Ford Transit 2025? Enter its VIN to see its exact trim and engine, and confirm on NHTSA whether its recalls were repaired.
Recalls issued for the Ford Transit 2025
Brakes (hydraulic)
NHTSA campaign 26V090000 · 2026-02-17 !
NHTSA and the manufacturer advise NOT to drive this vehicle until it is repaired.
What happens
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."
Consequence
A loss of brake function increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
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.
The repair is free at any dealer of the brand.
Equipment adaptive/mobility
NHTSA campaign 25V876000 · 2025-12-17
What happens
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.
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.
The repair is free at any dealer of the brand.
Engine and cooling
NHTSA campaign 25V344000 · 2025-06-13
What happens
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.
Consequence
A damaged engine can result in engine failure and a stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
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.
The repair is free at any dealer of the brand.
Backup camera and sensors
NHTSA campaign 25V315000 · 2025-05-09
What happens
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.
Consequence
A frozen or missing rearview camera image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
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.
The repair is free at any dealer of the brand.
Complaints from other owners
4 complaints filed with NHTSA by owners of this model.
1 with a crash
Most reported problems on the Ford Transit 2025
- Brakes: 2 (50% of complaints)
- Electrical system: 1 (25% of complaints)
- Forward collision avoidance: 1 (25% of complaints)
Complaints are written by owners and NHTSA doesn't verify each one. They're useful to spot trends.
What to check before buying a Ford Transit 2025
- Confirm by VIN on NHTSA that the recalls on this list were repaired.
- Brake hard somewhere safe: the car shouldn't pull to one side and the pedal shouldn't sink; check rotors and pads.
- Test lights, windows, locks, the screen and dashboard warning lights; have trouble codes scanned.
- Ask whether the system braked on its own for no reason ("phantom braking") and whether software updates are pending.
- Get an inspection from an independent mechanic before paying.
Safety rating (NCAP)
| Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Ford Transit Van - Gas CV AWD | Not rated | ★★★☆☆ | Not rated | Not rated |
| 2025 Ford Transit Van - Gas CV RWD | Not rated | ★★★☆☆ | Not rated | Not rated |
Ford Transit recalls by year
- 2016 : 21 recalls · 156 complaints
- 2017 : 18 recalls · 98 complaints
- 2018 : 14 recalls · 58 complaints
- 2019 : 9 recalls · 89 complaints
- 2020 : 9 recalls · 84 complaints
- 2021 : 4 recalls · 24 complaints
- 2022 : 16 recalls · 39 complaints
- 2023 : 19 recalls · 61 complaints
- 2024 : 10 recalls · 28 complaints
- 2025 : 4 recalls · 4 complaints
Guides for this check
Frequently asked questions
How many recalls does the Ford Transit 2025 have?
NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls issued for the Ford Transit 2025. That doesn't mean every car has them open: confirm with the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. The repair is free at the dealer.
What is the most common problem with the Ford Transit 2025?
In complaints filed with NHTSA, the most mentioned component is: brakes (2 of 4 complaints). Complaints aren't verified one by one, but they show trends.
Model-level information from official NHTSA sources. Confirm by VIN on NHTSA. Not a substitute for a mechanical inspection.
Last updated: October 25, 2026. Sources: NHTSA vPIC (decoding), NHTSA Recalls, NHTSA Complaints and NHTSA NCAP (5-Star Safety Ratings).