Recalls for 2026 Ford Transit

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1 NHTSA recall for the 2026 Ford Transit: 1 seat belts. Latest: Sep 2026.

Seat beltsSep 202626V579000Free repair

NHTSA year/make/model data checked 2026-10-01. A VIN check shows what is still open for your vehicle.

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2011–2026 Ford Transit FAQ

How do I unlock the doors with the remote control key blade?

2022–2026

  1. Release the key blade from the remote control.
  2. Fully insert the key into the driver door lock cylinder.
  3. Turn the top of the key toward the front of the vehicle.
Page 86 in the 2026 manual →

What does the electric vehicle range display mean?

2022–2026

The vehicle range display shows the approximate distance your battery electric vehicle can travel with its onboard energy.

Page 119 in the 2026 manual →

How often should I perform owner checks on my gasoline Transit?

2022–2026

Perform the listed basic maintenance checks every month or at six-month intervals.

Page 508 in the 2026 manual →

When should I change the oil in my gasoline Transit?

2015–2026

Change the oil within two weeks or 500 miles (800 kilometers) after the oil-change message appears, then reset the monitor.

If the display resets early or fails, change the oil every six months or 5,000 mi (8,000 km), never exceeding one year or 10,000 mi (16,000 km).

Page 508 in the 2026 manual →

What should I do if the brake indicator illuminates while driving?

2022–2026

Driving with the brake warning lamp on is dangerous because braking performance may decrease and stopping may take longer.

Make sure the parking brake is disengaged; if it is, the light indicates low brake fluid or a brake-system fault, so have the vehicle checked as soon as possible.

Page 221 in the 2026 manual →

What does the check engine light mean when it stays illuminated?

2022–2026

When the check engine light illuminates while the engine is running, it indicates a malfunction in the vehicle emission control system.

Page 169 in the 2026 manual →

2015–2021

When illuminated while the engine is running, the Check Engine light indicates an emission-control malfunction detected by onboard diagnostics.

Page 149 in the 2021 manual →

2011

If it blinks eight times after 15 seconds, the vehicle is not ready for Inspection/Maintenance testing.

Page 14 in the 2011 manual →

How should I replace spark plugs on the 3.5L Duratec engine?

2015–2021

Contact an authorized dealer for spark plug replacement and have them replace the plugs at the appropriate intervals; the listed part is Motorcraft SP-520.

Page 357 in the 2021 manual →

How should I replace spark plugs on the 3.5L EcoBoost engine?

2015–2021

Contact an authorized dealer for spark plug replacement and have them replace the plugs at the appropriate intervals; the listed part is Motorcraft SP-580.

Page 358 in the 2021 manual →

What does the turn-signal indicator mean?

2011

The indicator lights when a turn signal or hazard lights are on; if it stays on or flashes faster, check for a burned-out bulb.

Page 17 in the 2011 manual →

Can I install a non-Ford remote-start system?

2011

No; SecuriLock is incompatible with non-Ford aftermarket remote-start systems, which may cause starting problems and reduce security protection.

Page 74 in the 2011 manual →

Ford Transit complaints to NHTSA

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Complaints that owners filed with NHTSA for each model year. They are unverified reports and are not adjusted for how many vehicles were sold.

YearComplaintsCrashes / fires / injuriesMost reported areas
202600 / 0 / 0None reported
202400 / 0 / 0None reported
202200 / 0 / 0None reported
202100 / 0 / 0None reported
2020841 / 3 / 2Seats (27), Power train (18), Electrical system (14)
201900 / 0 / 0None reported
2018571 / 1 / 12Engine (14), Power train (12), Unknown or other (11)
2017984 / 2 / 7Power train (40), Unknown or other (17), Engine (16)
20161557 / 4 / 7Power train (60), Unknown or other (23), Engine (20)
20151934 / 1 / 11Power train (78), Engine (35), Fuel/propulsion system (26)
2011240 / 0 / 0Visibility/wiper (6), Power train (4), Engine (4)

NHTSA year/make/model data checked 2026-10-02.

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All Ford Transit manuals

YearGenerationPagesFile
20262022–2026588 pages8.4 MB
20242022–2026637 pages8.2 MB
20222022–2026599 pages9.2 MB
20212015–2021511 pages6.3 MB
20202015–2021528 pages8.7 MB
20192015–2021529 pages8.9 MB
20182015–2021521 pages9.0 MB
20172015–2021484 pages11.9 MB
20162015–2021411 pages5.8 MB
20152015–2021467 pages5.8 MB
20112011295 pages2.1 MB

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