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Ford Transit
Model Overview
The Ford Transit is the company's modern full-size van, which arrived in 2015 to replace the Econoline. Designed in Europe, the Transit offers generous interior space for cargo, or seating for up to 15 in its passenger configuration. Despite its size -- a tall roof option makes this van look particularly substantial -- the Transit is surprisingly easy to drive owing to its manageable width.
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Recall Information
* Data provided by Transport Canada
Recall number
Recall date
System affected
Model year(s) affected
Recall number
2024-643
Recall date
2024-10-25
System affected
Powertrain
Model year(s) affected
2023 2024
Manufacturer Recall Number:
24S67
Units Affected:
86
Notification Type:
Safety Mfr
Issue:
On certain vehicles, the wrong rear axle shaft bolts may have been installed by a Ford dealer during recall 24S05 (Transport Canada recall no. 2024-083). As a result, the bolts could loosen and cause a rear wheel to lock up or to separate from the vehicle. This could also cause a loss of power to the wheels or the vehicle to move when it's parked and the parking brake isn't applied.
Safety Risk:
A rear wheel that locks up suddenly or a wheel separation could cause a loss of control and increase the risk of a crash. A wheel that separates could create a hazard for others. Additionally, a loss of power to the wheels or a parked vehicle that moves suddenly could create the risk of an injury and/or a crash.
Corrective Actions:
Ford will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to inspect and, if necessary, replace the rear axle shaft bolts. The dealer will also inspect and fill the differential fluid, as necessary.
Recall number
2024-490
Recall date
2024-08-23
System affected
Label
Model year(s) affected
2024
Manufacturer Recall Number:
24S53
Units Affected:
79
Notification Type:
Safety Mfr
Issue:
On certain vehicles, the incomplete vehicle information label lists an incorrect gross axle weight rating (GAWR) for the front axle. The label incorrectly lists the front axle capacity as 2100 kg (4630 lb.). The label should instead list the front axle capacity as 1875 kg (4134 lb.). This could lead to overloading of the vehicle and cause the steering knuckle(s) to fail. If this happens, there could be a loss of control.
Note: This recall only affects certain rear-wheel drive incomplete vehicles equipped with single rear wheels, a 3.5L engine and a 138'' wheelbase.
Safety Risk:
A loss of control could increase the risk a crash.
Corrective Actions:
Ford will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to replace the incomplete vehicle information label.
Recall number
2024-083
Recall date
2024-02-11
System affected
Powertrain
Model year(s) affected
2023 2024
Manufacturer Recall Number:
24S05
Units Affected:
11,619
Notification Type:
Safety Mfr
Issue:
On certain vehicles, the rear axle was not properly filled with oil. As a result, the tail bearings could seize, and the pinion stem could break. If this happens, the driveshaft could separate from the rear axle and cause a loss of power to the wheels. This could also cause the vehicle to move when the transmission is in Park, if the parking brake is not used.
Note: This recall only affects certain vehicles equipped with a 9.75" rear axle and a gasoline engine.
Safety Risk:
A loss of power to the wheels could increase the risk of a crash. Additionally, a parked vehicle that moves suddenly could create the risk of an injury or a crash.
Corrective Actions:
Ford will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to have the rear axle inspected. It will be repaired and/or parts will be replaced, as necessary.
Recall number
2023-477
Recall date
2023-08-28
System affected
Visual System
Model year(s) affected
2022 2023
Manufacturer Recall Number:
23S48
Units Affected:
14,381
Notification Type:
Safety Mfr
Issue:
On certain vehicles equipped with a 360-degree camera, a software problem could cause the rearview camera image not to appear on the SYNC display screen. Canadian regulations require the rearview image to display when the vehicle is reversing.
Safety Risk:
A rearview camera image that doesn't display could reduce a driver's ability to see behind the vehicle while backing up. This could increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Actions:
Ford will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to replace the rearview camera, and modify the camera wire retention as necessary. Some Transit models will also require a software update.
Recall number
2023-328
Recall date
2023-06-05
System affected
Accessories
Model year(s) affected
2021 2022
Manufacturer Recall Number:
PG5215
Units Affected:
2
Notification Type:
Safety Mfr
Issue:
On a small number of vehicles modified by Crew Chief Conversions, a fuel hose on the generator may not be properly secured and could leak fuel.
Note: This recall only affects vehicles equipped with an Onan QG 2800i generator.
Safety Risk:
A fuel leak can create the risk of a fire.
Corrective Actions:
Crew Chief Conversions will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a Cummins authorized service center to inspect the fuel hose between the generator fuel filter and injection pump module. The fuel hose and clamps will be replaced, if necessary. To reduce the safety risk, Crew Chief Conversions advises that you should not use the generator until the recall inspection is completed.
Recall number
2023-098
Recall date
2023-02-24
System affected
Heater And Defroster
Model year(s) affected
2023
Manufacturer Recall Number:
23C02
Units Affected:
449
Notification Type:
Compliance Mfr
Issue:
On certain vehicles, the heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system may not work. As a result, you won't be able to defog or defrost the windshield or windows.
Note: This recall only affects certain vehicles that had an upfitter auxiliary wire harness installed by a vehicle upfitter or modifier.
Safety Risk:
A windshield that can't be defogged or defrosted can reduce visibility and increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Actions:
Ford will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealership to inspect the auxiliary wire harness. It will be repaired, as necessary.
Recall number
2023-055
Recall date
2023-02-13
System affected
Fuel Supply
Model year(s) affected
2023
Manufacturer Recall Number:
23S04
Units Affected:
107
Notification Type:
Safety Mfr
Issue:
On certain vehicles, the fuel tank vent valve may not have been properly welded to the fuel tank. As a result, the vent valve could separate from the tank in a crash and create a fuel leak.
Note: This recall only affects gasoline-powered vehicles equipped with a 95 L fuel tank.
Safety Risk:
A fuel leak can create the risk of a fire.
Corrective Actions:
Ford will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealership to replace the fuel tank.
Recall number
2022-596
Recall date
2022-10-20
System affected
Heater And Defroster
Model year(s) affected
2022 2023
Manufacturer Recall Number:
22S65
Units Affected:
3,620
Notification Type:
Safety Mfr
Issue:
On certain vehicles, a software problem could cause the controls for the ventilation control system (HVAC) not to work. As a result, you may not be able to defog or defrost the windshield or windows.
Note: This recall only affects vehicles equipped with a 12" display screen, SYNC 4 and electronic automatic temperature controls.
Safety Risk:
A windshield that cannot be defogged or defrosted can reduce visibility and increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Actions:
Ford will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealership to update the remote climate control module software.
Recall number
2022-462
Recall date
2022-08-12
System affected
Visual System
Model year(s) affected
2022
Manufacturer Recall Number:
22S54
Units Affected:
3
Notification Type:
Safety Mfr
Issue:
On a small number of vehicles, the audio control module may not have been installed on vehicles equipped with a rearview camera. As a result, the rearview camera image will not display when the transmission is shifted into reverse gear.
Safety Risk:
A rearview camera image that does not display could reduce a driver's ability to see behind the vehicle while backing up. This could increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Actions:
Ford will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealership to install and program the audio control module.
Recall number
2022-147
Recall date
2022-03-29
System affected
Visual System
Model year(s) affected
2022
Manufacturer Recall Number:
22S18
Units Affected:
70
Notification Type:
Safety Mfr
Issue:
On certain vehicles, the rearview camera image will not display when the transmission is shifted into reverse gear.
Note: This recall only affects certain Transit chassis cab and incomplete vehicles not equipped with the SYNC system.
Safety Risk:
A rearview camera image that does not display could reduce a driver's ability to see behind the vehicle while backing up. This could increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Actions:
Ford will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealer to update the audio control module configuration settings.
Recall number
2022-145
Recall date
2022-03-29
System affected
Visual System
Model year(s) affected
2022
Manufacturer Recall Number:
22S16
Units Affected:
42
Notification Type:
Safety Mfr
Issue:
On certain vehicles equipped with a 360-degree camera, a software problem could cause the rearview camera image not to appear on the SYNC display screen when the height of the camera is lowered under certain vehicle loading conditions. Canadian regulations require the rearview image to display when the transmission is shifted into reverse gear.
Safety Risk:
A rearview camera image that does not display could reduce a driver's ability to see behind the vehicle while backing up. This could increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Actions:
Ford will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealer to update the image processing module (IPMB) software.
Recall number
2021-774
Recall date
2021-12-17
System affected
Powertrain
Model year(s) affected
2020
Manufacturer Recall Number:
21S54
Units Affected:
1,010
Notification Type:
Safety Mfr
Issue:
On certain all-wheel drive vehicles, the rear driveshaft could detach from the transfer case and cause a loss of power to the wheels. The driveshaft could also damage other nearby parts, including brake lines. The vehicle could also move when the transmission is in park if the parking brake is not used.
Safety Risk:
A driveshaft separation can increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Actions:
Ford will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealer to inspect the bolts that attach the driveshaft to transfer case. If any of the bolts are loose, the dealer will replace the driveshaft, all driveshaft bolts and other related parts. If none of the bolts are loose, the dealer will replace the driveshaft bolts only.
Recall number
2021-481
Recall date
2021-08-04
System affected
Seats And Restraints
Model year(s) affected
2021
Manufacturer Recall Number:
21C18
Units Affected:
2,749
Notification Type:
Compliance Mfr
Issue:
On certain vehicles, the front passenger seat belt assembly may contain a defective automatic locking retractor (ALR). As a result, the seat belt may not properly lock to secure a child seat.
Safety Risk:
A seat belt that is not properly locked could prevent a child seat from being properly secured, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
Corrective Actions:
Ford will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealer to inspect the seat belt. It will be replaced, if necessary.
Recall number
2021-396
Recall date
2021-06-24
System affected
Visual System
Model year(s) affected
2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020
Manufacturer Recall Number:
21S29
Units Affected:
37,221
Notification Type:
Safety TC
Issue:
On certain vans, the pivot points for the side mirrors could rust. If this happens, the mirrors could become loose or fall down.
Note: This recall only affects vans equipped with short arm, manual fold, power-adjustable outside rearview mirrors. The recall applies to vehicles originally sold or currently registered in areas of heavy road salt usage (Ontario, Quebec, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, and Newfoundland & Labrador).
Safety Risk:
A side mirror that loosens or separates could reduce rear visibility and increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Actions:
Ford will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealer to replace the side mirrors.
Recall number
2021-270
Recall date
2021-05-07
System affected
Wheels
Model year(s) affected
2019
Manufacturer Recall Number:
21S21
Units Affected:
249
Notification Type:
Safety Mfr
Issue:
On certain vehicles, the flanges on the rear axle shafts may not be flat. As a result, the wheel nuts could loosen and the wheel studs could break. If this happens, a wheel to could come loose or separate from the vehicle.
Note: This recall only affects vehicles with single rear wheels, a 4.10:1 axle ratio and aluminum alloy wheels.
Safety Risk:
A wheel separation could cause a loss of control and increase the risk of a crash. A wheel that separates could also hit another person or vehicle.
Corrective Actions:
Ford will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealer to inspect the rear axle shafts. The dealer will replace the rear axle shaft assembly, axle shaft mounting bolts, and rear wheel lug nuts, as necessary.
Recall number
2020-454
Recall date
2020-09-24
System affected
Lights And Instruments
Model year(s) affected
2020
Manufacturer Recall Number:
20C19
Units Affected:
76,566
Notification Type:
Compliance Mfr
Issue:
On certain vehicles, an electrical problem with the rearview camera could cause it not to work properly. As a result, the rearview image may be distorted or not display at all.
Safety Risk:
A rearview camera image that does not display could reduce a driver's ability to see behind the vehicle while backing up. This could increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Actions:
Ford will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealer to replace the rearview camera.
Recall number
2020-333
Recall date
2020-07-20
System affected
Airbag
Model year(s) affected
2020
Manufacturer Recall Number:
20S35
Units Affected:
12
Notification Type:
Safety Mfr
Issue:
On a small number of vehicles, there may be a problem with the side curtain airbag inflators. As a result, the airbags may not inflate properly in a crash.
Safety Risk:
An airbag that does inflate properly could create an increased risk of injury in a crash.
Corrective Actions:
Ford will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealer to replace the side curtain airbags.
Recall number
2018-216
Recall date
2018-04-27
System affected
Electrical
Model year(s) affected
2015 2016 2017 2018
Manufacturer Recall Number:
17S34
Units Affected:
753
Notification Type:
Safety Mfr
On certain vehicles equipped with a trailer lighting control module, or that had a trailer lighting control module installed as an aftermarket accessory, water may enter the module and connector, and could cause wiring corrosion and damage to the module. This could result in an electrical short to ground, which could cause an uncommanded seat belt pretensioner deployment, a burning smell and/or an increased risk of fire, even when the vehicle is parked and the ignition is off. This may also cause turn signals to flash rapidly as well as cause a loss of the instrument cluster display, heater and air conditioning controls, and multimedia system (radio, screens, SYNC). An electrical short could increase the risk of injury and/or damage to property. Correction: Dealers will add a drainage hole to the driver’s door stepwell and incorporate a fuse into the vehicle wiring harness. Note: This recall is an expansion of recall 2017-516.
Recall number
2017-516
Recall date
2017-10-24
System affected
Electrical
Model year(s) affected
2015 2016 2017
Manufacturer Recall Number:
17S34
Units Affected:
8,361
Notification Type:
Safety TC
On certain vehicles equipped with a trailer lighting control module, water may enter the module and connector, and could cause wiring corrosion and damage to the module. This could result in an electrical short to ground, which could cause an uncommanded seat belt pretensioner deployment, a burning smell and/or an increased risk of fire, even when the vehicle is parked and the ignition is off. This may also cause turn signals to flash rapidly as well as cause a loss of the instrument cluster display, heater and air conditioning controls, and multimedia system (radio, screens, SYNC). An electrical short could increase the risk of injury and/or damage to property. Correction: Dealers will add a drainage hole to the driver’s door stepwell and incorporate a fuse into the vehicle wiring harness.
Recall number
2017-320
Recall date
2017-06-27
System affected
Powertrain
Model year(s) affected
2015 2016 2017
Manufacturer Recall Number:
17S15
Units Affected:
26,183
Notification Type:
Safety Mfr
On certain vans, chassis cabs and cutaway chassis', the driveline operating angle may affect the long term durability of the flexible coupling between the transmission and driveshaft. If the flexible coupling were to crack, it would result in vibration and noise from underneath the vehicle. Continued driving with a cracked flex coupling may cause separation of the driveshaft, resulting in a loss of motive power while driving, or unintended vehicle movement in Park without the parking brake applied. In addition, separation of the driveshaft from the transmission can result in damage to surrounding components, including brake and fuel lines. A loss of motive power may increase the risk of a crash, and unintended vehicle movement may result in property damage and/or injury to bystanders. Correction: As an interim remedy, for vehicles with more than 48,000kms, dealers will replace the driveshaft flexible coupling every 48,000kms until the final repair is available. Upon the final remedy being available, dealers will either install a redesigned flexible coupling, modified driveshaft bracket and shield, or revised driveshaft equipped with a universal joint. Note: Cutaway chassis’ with a 156" or 178" wheelbase are not involved in this campaign.
Recall number
2016-432
Recall date
2016-09-06
System affected
Structure
Model year(s) affected
2014 2015 2016
Manufacturer Recall Number:
16R01
Units Affected:
233,034
Notification Type:
Safety Mfr
On certain vehicles, the pawl spring tab in the side door latch could break. This condition typically will prevent the door from latching. In certain situations where the door is able to be closed, the door may be partially latched and could unlatch while driving. This could increase the risk of injury to a vehicle occupant seated next to the door, or result in damage to property. Correction: If a door will not latch, dealers will replace all four door latches with a more robust part.
Note: A door that is partially latched can cause the courtesy light to remain on, set a door ajar message in the instrument cluster and sound a door ajar chime to alert the driver that there is a door latch problem.
Recall number
2016-412
Recall date
2016-08-23
System affected
Fuel Supply
Model year(s) affected
2015 2016
Manufacturer Recall Number:
16S32
Units Affected:
457
Notification Type:
Safety Mfr
On certain vehicles equipped with a 3.2L diesel engine, defects in the high pressure fuel pump could result in excessive wear, leading to metallic wear particles. These particles could clog fuel volume control valves and/or fuel injectors, potentially resulting in the engine stalling or failing to start. A loss of motive power could increase the risk of a crash causing injury and/or damage to property. Correction: Dealers will replace the fuel injection pump and inspect the fuel system for metallic contamination. If metallic contamination is present, dealers will also clean/flush the fuel system and replace the fuel filter and fuel injectors.
Recall number
2016-137
Recall date
2016-03-31
System affected
Airbag
Model year(s) affected
2015 2016
Manufacturer Recall Number:
16S13
Units Affected:
839
Notification Type:
Safety Mfr
On certain vehicles equipped with side curtain airbags, the side curtain airbag assemblies may not have been manufactured and installed with the intended design fold orientation. If the side curtain airbag fold is not oriented properly, it could prevent the airbag from deploying as intended. A side curtain airbag that does not deploy as intended during a crash (where side curtain airbag deployment is warranted) could increase the risk of injury to vehicle occupants. Correction: Dealers will inspect the side curtain air bags on both sides of the vehicle, and will re-orient them if required.
Recall number
2016-090
Recall date
2016-02-22
System affected
Seats And Restraints
Model year(s) affected
2015 2016
Manufacturer Recall Number:
16S06
Units Affected:
1,781
Notification Type:
Safety Mfr
A heavy impact to the top of a rear seat belt buckle (high end load) may result in damage causing the buckle cover to displace downward and/or rotate relative to the latch mechanism. If a rear seat belt buckle is damaged, the buckle cover may interfere with the normal function of the buckle, which may ultimately prevent the buckle tongue from becoming latched or potentially remaining latched, increasing the risk of injury in a crash or other emergency situations. Correction: Owners will be provided instructions to inspect their rear passenger seat belt buckles, or alternatively dealers will provide this inspection if customers have questions or concerns. When repair parts become available, owners will be notified to take their vehicle to a dealer to have the rear passenger seat belt buckles repaired or replaced, as required.
Recall number
2015-608
Recall date
2015-12-21
System affected
Powertrain
Model year(s) affected
2015
Manufacturer Recall Number:
15S37
Units Affected:
95
Notification Type:
Safety Mfr
Certain vehicles equipped with dual rear wheels may have been manufactured with defective rear drive axle shafts. Under certain conditions, these axles could fracture and break without warning. This could result in a loss of motive power or cause unintended vehicle movement when the transmission shift lever is placed in the Park position, increasing the risk of a crash causing injury and/or damage to property. Correction: Dealers will replace both rear axle shafts.
Recall number
2014-500
Recall date
2014-11-05
System affected
Fuel Supply
Model year(s) affected
2015
Manufacturer Recall Number:
14S23
Units Affected:
3
Notification Type:
Safety Mfr
On certain long wheel base Jumbo Van vehicles equipped with a diesel engine, the fuel filter mounting bracket may detach from the frame crossmember, causing a knocking noise. This could limit fuel supply to the engine, potentially resulting in reduced power, engine stalling and inability to restart the engine after a stall. These issues could increase the risk of a crash causing injury and/or damage to property. Correction: Dealers will inspect the fuel filter attachment point and install a reinforcement plate.
Recall number
2014-334
Recall date
2014-08-06
System affected
Brakes
Model year(s) affected
2015
Manufacturer Recall Number:
14S15
Units Affected:
29
Notification Type:
Safety Mfr
On certain vehicles, leaks could develop where the rear brake hoses connect to the rear calipers. This would cause a loss of brake fluid and illuminate the brake warning lamp in the instrument panel. If operated in this condition, brake system function could be affected, potentially increasing stopping distances and increasing the risk of a crash causing injury and/or damage to property. Correction: Dealers will replace the sealing washers on the rear caliper to hose joint.
Recall number
2014-333
Recall date
2014-08-06
System affected
Structure
Model year(s) affected
2015
Manufacturer Recall Number:
14S16
Units Affected:
18
Notification Type:
Safety Mfr
On certain vehicles equipped with windowless sliding doors, reinforcing epoxy may have been omitted from the sliding doors at time of assembly. This could increase the likelihood of the doors unlatching during a side impact, which could increase the risk of injury to unbelted occupants. Correction: Dealers will install a door reinforcement plate.
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