2024 Ford Transit: Recalls, Problems & MPG

What's wrong: 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.

Why it matters: 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.

The 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.

What's wrong: The tires May contact the front wheel arch liner and body flange, causing damage to the tires.

Why it matters: 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.

The 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.

What's wrong: The electronic power assist steering (epas) ground eyelet joint May experience corrosion, which can result in a loss of power steering assist.

Why it matters: A loss of power steering assist can increase the risk of a crash.

The fix: Dealers will install a new epas ground pigtail kit, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on January 10, 2025.

What's wrong: 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.

Why it matters: A loss of steering control can increase the risk of a crash.

The fix: Dealers will replace the steering column intermediate shaft bolt, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on February 14, 2025.

What's wrong: 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.

Why it matters: An overloaded vehicle May result in steering knuckle failure and a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix: Dealers will replace the labels, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 23, 2024.

What's wrong: 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.

Why it matters: 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.

The 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.

What's wrong: A software error May cause the rearview camera image to delay, freeze, or not display when the vehicle is in reverse.

Why it matters: A frozen or missing rearview camera image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

The 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…

What's wrong: An incorrect steering coupler cover and tires that were not designed for the vehicle May have been installed during a previous repair.

Why it matters: 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.

The 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.

What's wrong: Please refer to rollx's recall report for specific model year information. The retractors May not lock, preventing the wheelchair from being properly secured.

Why it matters: An unsecured wheelchair can move during transit, increasing the risk of injury.

The 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.

What's wrong: 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.

Why it matters: A loss of drive power or brake failure increases the risk of a crash.

The fix: Dealers will replace the cross member fasteners, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 22, 2026.

Yes. NHTSA lists 10 vehicle recalls for the 2024 Ford Transit. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Owners have filed 28 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are body & structure (6), electrical (5), engine (5).

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