What are the most common Ford Transit problems?

According to Au7o's research across NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports, the 2025 Ford Transit has 3 documented issues. The most frequently reported are: Connecting-Rod and Rod-Bearing Engine Recall, Rearview-Camera APIM Software Recall, Brake-Pedal Pushrod Disconnection Recall. Of these, 3 are rated critical and should be addressed promptly.

Is the Ford Transit reliable?

The 2025 Ford Transit has 3 known issues compiled from NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports. 3 issues are rated critical: Connecting-Rod and Rod-Bearing Engine Recall and Rearview-Camera APIM Software Recall and Brake-Pedal Pushrod Disconnection Recall. Prospective buyers should inspect for these issues and factor potential repair costs into their purchase decision. Regular maintenance following the manufacturer's schedule helps prevent many common problems.

What is the 2025 Ford Transit Connecting-Rod and Rod-Bearing Engine Recall?

NHTSA campaign 25V344 covers certain 2025 Ford Transit vehicles. Manufacturing defects in connecting rods or rod bearings can damage the engine, cause engine failure, and stall the vehicle. Severity: high.

What is the 2022-2025 Ford Transit Rearview-Camera APIM Software Recall?

NHTSA campaign 25V315 includes certain 2022-2025 Ford Transit vehicles. An accessory protocol interface module software error can delay, freeze, or suppress the rearview-camera image while reversing. Severity: high.

What is the 2025 Ford Transit Brake-Pedal Pushrod Disconnection Recall?

NHTSA campaign 26V090 covers certain 2025 Ford Transit vehicles. The brake pedal can disconnect from the brake-booster pushrod and cause loss of brake function. Severity: high.

2025 Ford Transit Problems: 3 Issues Every Owner Should Know

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NHTSA Recalls29 recalls

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Transit vehicles. The heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning (HVAC) system's controls, including those for defog and defrost, may become inoperative.

Campaign #22V79100020/10/2022

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023 Transit vehicles. The fuel tank grade vent valve may not be properly welded to the fuel tank shell, which can result in a fuel leak.

Campaign #23V07100010/02/2023

VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023 Transit vehicles equipped with the Special Vehicle Operations Accessory Service Kit #1 or #2 with a High Specification Vehicle Interface Connector. When the accessory kit is installed, the auxiliary wire harness will disable the heating, air-conditioning, and ventilation (HVAC) including the defrost and defog systems. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 103, "Windshield Defrosting and Defogging Systems."

Campaign #23V12200024/02/2023

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

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.

Campaign #23V49900019/07/2023

BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Lincoln Aviator, 2018-2021 Lincoln Navigator, 2022-2023 Ford Transit, and 2021 Ford Bronco vehicles. The rearview camera, or 360-degree view camera if equipped, may not display a rearview image when the vehicle is placed in reverse.

Campaign #23V59800025/08/2023

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2025 Ford Transit Problems: 3 Issues Every Owner Should Know

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What is the 2022-2025 Ford Transit Rearview-Camera APIM Software Recall?

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