Model year 2016 · Ford

2016 Ford Transit recalls

NHTSA's recall file lists 21 safety recall campaigns for the 2016 Ford Transit. The most recent was reported on September 3, 2025. Campaigns are matched by the model names in NHTSA's records: TRANSIT.

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Campaigns at a glance

Recall campaigns for the 2016 Ford Transit, newest first
NHTSA number	Reported	Component
25V572000	September 3, 2025	Back Over Prevention › Sensing System › Camera
21V631000	August 11, 2021	Parking Brake › Conventional › Mechanical › Linkage And Cable
19V767000	October 25, 2019	Power Train › Driveline › Driveshaft
19V333000	April 29, 2019	Seats
19V329000	April 26, 2019	Seats
19V313000	April 18, 2019	Seats
19V271000	April 3, 2019	Equipment Adaptive/Mobility
19V247000	March 28, 2019	Seats
19V238000	March 26, 2019	Seats
19V229000	March 22, 2019	Seats
19V205000	March 18, 2019	Seats
19V183000	March 6, 2019	Equipment Adaptive/Mobility
19V332000	March 1, 2019	Seats
19V103000	February 21, 2019	Power Train › Driveline › Driveshaft
18V782000	November 6, 2018	Seats
18V275000	April 30, 2018	Electrical System › Wiring
17V668000	October 23, 2017	Electrical System › Wiring
17V408000	June 26, 2017	Power Train › Driveline › Driveshaft
16V618000	August 24, 2016	Engine And Engine Cooling › Engine › Diesel
16V188000	April 4, 2016	Air Bags › Side/Window
16V111000	February 25, 2016	Seat Belts › Rear/Other › Buckle Assembly

Systems involved: Seats (9) · Power Train (3) · Electrical System (2) · Equipment Adaptive/Mobility (2) · Air Bags (1) · Back Over Prevention (1) · Engine And Engine Cooling (1) · Fuel System, Diesel (1) · Parking Brake (1) · Seat Belts (1)

Recall records

NHTSA 25V572000Manufacturer no. 25S89

Back Over Prevention › Sensing System › Camera

Report received by NHTSA: September 3, 2025
Owner notification: January 13, 2026
Recall initiated by: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation
Units potentially affected: 1,456,417 (whole campaign)
Build dates listed for the 2016 Ford Transit: July 30, 2015 – December 21, 2018
Model names in the NHTSA record: TRANSIT

Defect summary

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2019 Lincoln MKC, Mustang, F-350 SD, F-250 SD, F-450 SD, 2015-2017 Lincoln Navigator, Expedition, 2015-2018 Edge, Transit Connect, 2016-2019 F-550 SD, Transit, 2017-2019 Econoline, and 2019 Ranger vehicles. The rearview camera may display a distorted, inverted, or blank image when the vehicle is in reverse.

Safety risk

A rearview camera that displays an inverted, distorted, or blank image can reduce the driver’s view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and replace the rearview camera as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 13, 2026. Ford owners will receive letters in phases, beginning January 2026 and June 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S89. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall number 25V270. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning September 8, 2025.

Source: NHTSA recall 25V572000, filed by Ford Motor Company. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 21V631000Manufacturer no. 21S39

Parking Brake › Conventional › Mechanical › Linkage And Cable

Report received by NHTSA: August 11, 2021
Owner notification: March 14, 2022
Recall initiated by: Manufacturer
Units potentially affected: 30 (whole campaign)
Model names in the NHTSA record: TRANSIT

Defect summary

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2020 Transit vehicles. An incorrect driveshaft torsional damper service kit may have been installed, which can allow the damper shield to contact the parking brake cable, possibly resulting in parking brake failure.

Safety risk

Parking brake failure can result in unintended vehicle movement, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the passenger side parking brake cable with a cable that provides sufficient clearance to the damper shield, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters were mailed on September 24, 2021. Owner notification letters were mailed on March 14, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21S39.

Notes in the NHTSA record

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Source: NHTSA recall 21V631000, filed by Ford Motor Company. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 19V767000Manufacturer no. 19S38

Power Train › Driveline › Driveshaft

Report received by NHTSA: October 25, 2019
Owner notification: April 1, 2020
Recall initiated by: Manufacturer
Units potentially affected: 293,558 (whole campaign)
Build dates listed for the 2016 Ford Transit: January 17, 2014 – June 15, 2017
Model names in the NHTSA record: TRANSIT

Defect summary

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Transit vehicles. This recall includes all full-size Transit vehicles previously recalled under 17V-408 except ones that received mechanical universal joint (u-joint) as a remedy and any 156" or 178" wheelbase Chassis Cab and Cut-Away bodies models. The flexible coupling connecting the transmission to the driveshaft may prematurely fail.

Safety risk

If the coupling fails, the vehicle will not be able to move under its own power and the disconnected driveshaft may impact and damage the brake and fuel lines. Additionally, the separated driveshaft may allow the vehicle to roll if the vehicle is exited when the transmission is in 'Park' but the parking brake is not applied. These scenarios may increase the risk of a crash or injury.

Remedy

Ford will notify owners, and as an interim repair, dealers will replace the flexible coupling every 40,000 miles until the final remedy is available. The final remedy will consist of installation of a driveshaft front section equipped with a mechanical u-joint in place of the flexible coupling. These repairs will be made free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on April 1, 2020. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 19S38. Note: This recall supersedes recall number 17V-408.

Notes in the NHTSA record

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Source: NHTSA recall 19V767000, filed by Ford Motor Company. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 19V333000Manufacturer no. 18E-076

Seats

Report received by NHTSA: April 29, 2019
Owner notification: May 27, 2019
Recall initiated by: Manufacturer
Units potentially affected: 544 (whole campaign)
Build dates listed for the 2016 Ford Transit: August 1, 2014 – March 29, 2019
Model names in the NHTSA record: TRANSIT

Defect summary

New England Wheels (New England) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Ford Transit and 2014-2019 Ram Promaster 2500 and 3500 vehicles modified to be equipped with Freedman Go-ES Foldaway seats. When the back seat cushion is rotated from the stowed position to the upright position, the seat cushion may not remain locked into place when under load, such as in a crash or a sudden stop.

Safety risk

In the event of a crash, if the seat back moves, the seat occupant has an increased risk of injury.

Remedy

New England has notified owners, directing them to contact Freedman for repairs to the foldaway seats, free of charge. The recall began May 27, 2019. Owners may contact Freedman customer service at 1-800-443-4540 or New England at 1-800-886-9247.

Notes in the NHTSA record

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Source: NHTSA recall 19V333000, filed by New England Wheels. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 19V329000Manufacturer no. 18E-076

Seats

Report received by NHTSA: April 26, 2019
Owner notification: Not yet in the record
Recall initiated by: Manufacturer
Units potentially affected: 360 (whole campaign)
Build dates listed for the 2016 Ford Transit: January 1, 2015 – July 31, 2018
Model names in the NHTSA record: TRANSIT

Defect summary

Fenton Mobility Products, Inc. (Fenton Mobility) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Ford Transit vehicles modified to be equipped with Freedman GO-ES Foldaway Seats, part numbers 43705, 45467, 48923, and 75719. When the back seat cushion is rotated from the stowed position to the upright position, the seat cushion may not remain locked into place when under load, such as in a crash or a sudden stop.

Safety risk

In the event of a crash, if the seat back moves, the seat occupant has an increased risk of injury.

Remedy

Fenton Mobility will notify owners, and a Fenton Mobility technician will repair the foldaway seats, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in June 2019. Owners may contact Fenton Mobility customer service at 1-716-484-7014.

Notes in the NHTSA record

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Source: NHTSA recall 19V329000, filed by Fenton Mobility Products, Inc.. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 19V313000

Seats

Report received by NHTSA: April 18, 2019
Owner notification: May 19, 2020
Recall initiated by: Manufacturer
Units potentially affected: 2,080 (whole campaign)
Build dates listed for the 2016 Ford Transit: October 1, 2014 – November 1, 2018
Model names in the NHTSA record: TRANSIT

Defect summary

Mobility Transportation Services (MobilityTrans) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Ford Transit and Ram Promaster vehicles and 2014-2015 Ford Econoline vehicles modified to be equipped with Freedman GO-ES Foldaway Seats, part numbers 43705, 45467, 48923, and 75719. When the back seat cushion is rotated from the stowed position to the upright position, the seat cushion may not remain locked into place when under load, such as in a crash or a sudden stop.

Safety risk

In the event of a crash, if the seat back moves, the seat occupant has an increased risk of injury.

Remedy

MobilityTrans will notify owners and Freedman Seating dealers will inspect and repair the foldaway seat, free of charge. The recall began May 19, 2019. Owners may contact Mobility Transportation Services customer service at 1-734-453-6452.

Notes in the NHTSA record

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Source: NHTSA recall 19V313000, filed by Mobility Transportation Services. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 19V271000Manufacturer no. 18E-044

Equipment Adaptive/Mobility

Report received by NHTSA: April 3, 2019
Owner notification: Not yet in the record
Recall initiated by: Manufacturer
Units potentially affected: 4 (whole campaign)
Build dates listed for the 2016 Ford Transit: December 1, 2014 – August 29, 2017
Model names in the NHTSA record: TRANSIT

Defect summary

Mobility Specialists, Inc. (Mobility Specialists) is recalling certain 2014-2017 Ford E-150 and Transit vans modified to be equipped with Ricon S-Series and K-Series wheel chair lifts. The wheelchair lift positioning input cam may fail while the lift is in use, allowing the platform to travel higher than the vehicle's floor height.

Safety risk

If the wheelchair lift platform stops above the vehicle floor, the wheelchair user can tip inwards toward the vehicle when exiting the lift, increasing their risk of injury.

Remedy

Mobility Specialists, working with Ricon, has notified the owners. Ricon will provide instructions and materials for replacing defective parts. Owners may contact Ricon customer service at 1-800-322-2884.

Notes in the NHTSA record

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Source: NHTSA recall 19V271000, filed by Mobility Specialists, Inc.. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 19V247000

Seats

Report received by NHTSA: March 28, 2019
Owner notification: June 6, 2019
Recall initiated by: Manufacturer
Units potentially affected: 4 (whole campaign)
Build dates listed for the 2016 Ford Transit: September 1, 2017 – June 1, 2018
Model names in the NHTSA record: TRANSIT

Defect summary

Cabot Coach Builders, Inc. DBA Royale Limousine (Royale) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Ford Transit-based mini-coaches equipped with Freedman GO-ES foldaway seats recalled under 18E-076. When the back seat cushion is rotated from the stowed position to the upright position, the seat cushion may not remain locked into place when under load, such as in a crash or a sudden stop.

Safety risk

In the event of a crash, if the seat back moves, the seat occupant has an increased risk of injury.

Remedy

Royale will notify owners and dealers will inspect and repair the seat. The recall began June 6, 2019. Owners may contact Royale customer service at 1-800-544-5587.

Notes in the NHTSA record

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Source: NHTSA recall 19V247000, filed by Cabot Coach Builders inc DBA Royale. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 19V238000

Seats

Report received by NHTSA: March 26, 2019
Owner notification: March 25, 2019
Recall initiated by: Manufacturer
Units potentially affected: 12 (whole campaign)
Build dates listed for the 2016 Ford Transit: March 4, 2017 – January 9, 2019
Model names in the NHTSA record: TRANSIT

Defect summary

Vantage Mobility International, LLC (Vantage) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Ford Transit Van, Mercedes-Benz Sprinter, and 2007 Ford F-250-based shuttle vehicles equipped with Freedman GO-3S foldaway seats. When the back seat cushion is rotated from the stowed position to the upright position, the seat cushion may not remain locked into place when under load, such as in a crash or a sudden stop.

Safety risk

In the event of a crash, if the seat back moves, the seat occupant has an increased risk of injury.

Remedy

Vantage has notified owners, instructing them to contact Freedman for a repair kit, free of charge. The recall began March 25, 2019. Owners may contact Freedman customer service at 1-800-443-4540.

Notes in the NHTSA record

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Source: NHTSA recall 19V238000, filed by Vantage Mobility International, LLC. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 19V229000

Seats

Report received by NHTSA: March 22, 2019
Owner notification: December 19, 2019
Recall initiated by: Manufacturer
Units potentially affected: 776 (whole campaign)
Build dates listed for the 2016 Ford Transit: July 9, 2015 – December 4, 2018
Model names in the NHTSA record: TRANSIT

Defect summary

TransitWorks is recalling certain 2015-2018 Ford Transit, 2018 Ford Transit Connect, and 2016 Dodge Ram ProMaster vehicles modified to be equipped with Freedman Seating GO-ES seats. When the back seat cushion is rotated from the stowed position to the upright position, the seat cushion may not remain locked into place when under load, such as in a crash or a sudden stop.

Safety risk

In the event of a crash, if the seat back moves, the seat occupant has an increased risk of injury.

Remedy

TransitWorks has notified owners and instructed them to contact Freedman seats for a repair kit. The recall began December 19, 2019. Owners may contact Freedman Seating customer service at 1-800-443-4540 or TransitWorks customer service at 1-855-337-9543.

Notes in the NHTSA record

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Source: NHTSA recall 19V229000, filed by TransitWorks. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 19V205000

Seats

Report received by NHTSA: March 18, 2019
Owner notification: March 21, 2019
Recall initiated by: Manufacturer
Units potentially affected: 471 (whole campaign)
Build dates listed for the 2016 Ford Transit: February 24, 2015 – July 10, 2018
Model names in the NHTSA record: TRANSIT

Defect summary

Quality Van Sales, Inc. (Quality Van) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Ford Transit and E-350 vehicles modified to be equipped with Freedman GO-ES Foldaway Seat back cushions. The seat cushion may not remain locked into place when under load, such as in a crash or a sudden stop. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 207, "Seating Systems."

Safety risk

In the event of a crash, if the seat back moves, the seat occupant has an increased risk of injury.

Remedy

Quality Van will notify owners and dealers will inspect and repair the foldaway seat, free of charge. The recall began March 21, 2019. Owners may contact Quality Van customer service at 1-800-408-8550.

Notes in the NHTSA record

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.Please provide the following information:

Source: NHTSA recall 19V205000, filed by Quality Van Sales, Inc.. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 19V183000Manufacturer no. RICON RECALL RI61396

Equipment Adaptive/Mobility

Report received by NHTSA: March 6, 2019
Owner notification: April 24, 2019
Recall initiated by: Manufacturer
Units potentially affected: 137 (whole campaign)
Model names in the NHTSA record: TRANSIT

Defect summary

Fenton Mobility Products, Inc. (Fenton) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Ford Transit passenger vans modified to be equipped with Ricon S & K Titanium Wheelchair Lifts. The wheelchair lift positioning input cam may fail while the lift is in use, allowing the platform to travel higher than the vehicle's floor height. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 403, "Platform Lift Systems."

Safety risk

If the wheelchair lift platform stops above the vehicle floor, the wheelchair user can tip inwards toward the vehicle when exiting the lift, increasing their risk of injury.

Remedy

Fenton will notify owners, and a service technician will install Ricon Recall Parts Kit RI61396, free of charge. The recall began April 24, 2019. Owners may contact Fenton Mobility customer service at 1-716-484-7014. Fenton's number for this recall is RI61396.

Notes in the NHTSA record

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Source: NHTSA recall 19V183000, filed by Fenton Mobility Products, Inc.. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 19V332000

Seats

Report received by NHTSA: March 1, 2019
Owner notification: November 16, 2018
Recall initiated by: Manufacturer
Units potentially affected: 90 (whole campaign)
Build dates listed for the 2016 Ford Transit: January 4, 2016 – July 1, 2018
Model names in the NHTSA record: TRANSIT

Defect summary

Prime-Time Specialty Vehicles (Prime-Time) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Ram ProMaster and Ford Transit vehicles modified to be equipped with Freedman GO-ES Foldaway Seats. When the seat back cushion is rotated from the stowed position to the upright position, the seat cushion may not remain locked into place when under load, such as in a crash or a sudden stop.

Safety risk

In the event of a crash, if the seat back moves, the seat occupant has an increased risk of injury.

Remedy

Prime-Time Specialty Vehicles has notified owners, and Freedman dealers have inspected and repaired the foldaway seats, free of charge. The recall began November 16, 2018. Owners may contact Freedman customer service at 1-800-443-4540 or Prime-Time Specialty Vehicles at 1-574-293-9191.

Notes in the NHTSA record

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Source: NHTSA recall 19V332000, filed by Prime-Time Specialty Vehicles. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 19V103000

Power Train › Driveline › Driveshaft

Report received by NHTSA: February 21, 2019
Owner notification: April 15, 2019
Recall initiated by: Manufacturer
Units potentially affected: 174 (whole campaign)
Build dates listed for the 2016 Ford Transit: January 5, 2015 – February 15, 2019
Model names in the NHTSA record: TRANSIT

Components: Power Train › Driveline › Driveshaft; Power Train › Driveline › Universal Joint

Defect summary

XL Hybrids, Inc (XL) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Ford Transit vehicles modified to be equipped with XL's electric hybrid system. The cardan (universal) joint on the front driveshaft may fail, possibly causing the front driveshaft to detach.

Safety risk

If the front driveshaft detaches from the vehicle, drive power will be lost, increasing the risk of a crash. The detached driveshaft may also create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash for following traffic.

Remedy

XL will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front driveshaft with an updated one, free of charge. The recall began April 15, 2019. Owners may contact XL Hybrid's customer service at 1-833-953-5338.

Notes in the NHTSA record

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Source: NHTSA recall 19V103000, filed by XL Hybrids INC. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 18V782000

Seats

Report received by NHTSA: November 6, 2018
Owner notification: November 26, 2018
Recall initiated by: Manufacturer
Units potentially affected: 475 (whole campaign)
Build dates listed for the 2016 Ford Transit: May 29, 2018 – October 31, 2018
Model names in the NHTSA record: TRANSIT

Defect summary

National Van Builders, Inc. (National Van) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Ford Transit vehicles equipped with Freedman GO-ES Foldaway Seats, part numbers 43705, 45467, 48923, and 75719. When the back seat cushion is rotated from the stowed position to the upright position, the seat cushion may not remain locked into place when under load, such as in a crash or a sudden stop. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 207, "Seating Systems."

Safety risk

In the event of a crash, if the seat back moves, the seat occupant has an increased risk of injury.

Remedy

National Van will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and repair the foldaway seat, free of charge. The recall began November 26, 2018. Owners may contact National Van customer service at 1-508-222-2272.

Notes in the NHTSA record

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Source: NHTSA recall 18V782000, filed by National Van Builders, Inc.. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 18V275000Manufacturer no. 17S34-S1

Electrical System › Wiring

Report received by NHTSA: April 30, 2018
Owner notification: May 18, 2018
Recall initiated by: Manufacturer
Units potentially affected: 25,658 (whole campaign)
Build dates listed for the 2016 Ford Transit: February 3, 2014 – August 2, 2017
Model names in the NHTSA record: TRANSIT

Defect summary

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Ford Transit vehicles, equipped with a trailer tow module. Water can enter the tow modules and corrode the wiring causing issues such as rapidly flashing turn signals, loss of instrument panel display, an electrical short and possibly the deployment of seatbelt pretensioner.

Safety risk

An electrical short can increase the risk of a fire. Turn signal, instrument cluster or seatbelt pretensioner problems can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will add a drainage hole in the driver's door stepwell and incorporate a fuse into the vehicle's wiring harness, free of charge. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Note: This is an expansion of recall 17V-668 (Ford recall 17S34). Ford's number for this recall expansion is 17S34-S1.

Notes in the NHTSA record

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Source: NHTSA recall 18V275000, filed by Ford Motor Company. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 17V668000Manufacturer no. 17S34

Electrical System › Wiring

Report received by NHTSA: October 23, 2017
Owner notification: February 9, 2018
Recall initiated by: Manufacturer
Units potentially affected: 65,206 (whole campaign)
Build dates listed for the 2016 Ford Transit: February 3, 2014 – August 2, 2017
Model names in the NHTSA record: TRANSIT

Defect summary

Safety risk

An electrical short can increase the risk of a fire. Turn signal, instrument cluster or seatbelt pretensioner problems can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will add a drainage hole in the driver's door stepwell and incorporate a fuse into the vehicle's wiring harness, free of charge. The recall began on February 9, 2018. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 17S34.

Notes in the NHTSA record

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Source: NHTSA recall 17V668000, filed by Ford Motor Company. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 17V408000Manufacturer no. 17S15

Power Train › Driveline › Driveshaft

Report received by NHTSA: June 26, 2017
Owner notification: June 20, 2018
Recall initiated by: Manufacturer
Units potentially affected: 372,991 (whole campaign)
Build dates listed for the 2016 Ford Transit: January 17, 2015 – June 15, 2017
Model names in the NHTSA record: TRANSIT

Defect summary

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling all 2015-2017 Transit vehicles except 156" and 178" wheelbase Chassis Cab and Cut-Away bodies. In the affected vehicles, the flexible coupling connecting the transmission to the driveshaft may prematurely fail.

Safety risk

Remedy

Ford will notify owners, and as an interim repair, dealers will replace the flexible coupling on any vehicle with more than 30,000 miles. A final remedy repair of a redesigned flexible coupling or a revised driveshaft equipped with a universal joint is being developed and is expected in early 2018. These repairs will be made free of charge. Interim notifications informing owners of the safety risk were mailed July 21, 2017. Owners will receive a second notice when remedy parts become available. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 17S15.

Notes in the NHTSA record

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Source: NHTSA recall 17V408000, filed by Ford Motor Company. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 16V618000Manufacturer no. 16S32

Engine And Engine Cooling › Engine › Diesel

Report received by NHTSA: August 24, 2016
Owner notification: October 14, 2016
Recall initiated by: Manufacturer
Units potentially affected: 2,013 (whole campaign)
Build dates listed for the 2016 Ford Transit: July 15, 2015 – April 14, 2016
Model names in the NHTSA record: TRANSIT

Components: Engine And Engine Cooling › Engine › Diesel; Fuel System, Diesel

Defect summary

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Transit vehicles manufactured July 15, 2015, to April 14, 2016 and equipped with a 3.2L diesel engine. A fuel injector or the fuel volume control valve may clog due to metallic debris within the fuel system.

Safety risk

If debris clogs the fuel system, the engine may stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel injection pump and associated parts and, if necessary, will replace the fuel filter and flush the fuel system, free of charge. The recall began on October 14, 2016. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16S32.

Notes in the NHTSA record

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Source: NHTSA recall 16V618000, filed by Ford Motor Company. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 16V188000Manufacturer no. 16S13

Air Bags › Side/Window

Report received by NHTSA: April 4, 2016
Owner notification: May 18, 2016
Recall initiated by: Manufacturer
Units potentially affected: 37,066 (whole campaign)
Build dates listed for the 2016 Ford Transit: March 12, 2014 – March 18, 2016
Model names in the NHTSA record: TRANSIT

Defect summary

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Transit vehicles manufactured March 12, 2014, to March 18, 2016. In the affected vehicles, the side curtain air bag may not deploy with the proper trajectory due to being folded and packaged incorrectly.

Safety risk

A side curtain air bag that does not deploy as intended may increase the risk of occupant injury in the event of a crash.

Remedy

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and re-orient the side curtain air bag assembly, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on May 18, 2016. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16S13.

Notes in the NHTSA record

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Source: NHTSA recall 16V188000, filed by Ford Motor Company. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 16V111000Manufacturer no. 16S06

Seat Belts › Rear/Other › Buckle Assembly

Report received by NHTSA: February 25, 2016
Owner notification: May 18, 2016
Recall initiated by: Manufacturer
Units potentially affected: 48,990 (whole campaign)
Build dates listed for the 2016 Ford Transit: February 13, 2014 – January 13, 2016
Model names in the NHTSA record: TRANSIT

Defect summary

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Transit vehicles manufactured February 13, 2014, to January 13, 2016 and equipped with rear passenger seats. The rear seat belt buckles may be damaged if a heavy object is placed on, or impacts, the top of the buckle. The damage may prevent the buckle from latching or from remaining latched.

Safety risk

An unlatched seat belt increases the risk of injury to the occupant in the event of a crash.

Remedy

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will modify or replace the seat belt buckles, depending on their location in the vehicle, free of charge. The recall began May 18, 2016. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16S06.

Notes in the NHTSA record

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Source: NHTSA recall 16V111000, filed by Ford Motor Company. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

Records reproduce NHTSA's published text for each campaign. Last record date for this page: September 4, 2025.