2025 Ford Transit recalls, problems & safety ratings
NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2025 Ford Transit and 4 owner complaints. The most-reported problem areas are service brakes (2), electrical system (1), unknown or other (1). 1 recall carries a Park It or Park Outside warning.
The 2025 has the fewest owner complaints of any Transit model year from 2015 to 2025. It has 4 recalls vs. an average of 13.6 per model year.
Recalls 4
Every recall NHTSA lists for the 2025 Ford Transit. Not every recall applies to every vehicle, so check your VIN. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.
Service brakes, hydraulic · pedals and linkages
Problem: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Transit vehicles. The brake pedal may disconnect from the brake booster pushrod, causing a loss of brake function. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 105, "Hydraulic and Electric Brake Systems."
Risk: A loss of brake function increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the remedy has been completed. Dealers will inspect and repair the brake booster assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 24, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26C07. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on February 18, 2026.
Equipment adaptive/mobility · wheelchair restraints/securement · latch/anchor ·
Problem: Rollx Vans (Rollx) is recalling certain GMC Yukon, Sierra, Chevrolet Express 2500, Ford Transit, E-250, Toyota Sienna, Sienna Hybrid, Honda Odyssey, Chrysler Town and Country, Voyager, Pacifica, Dodge Grand Caravan, and Ram Promaster vehicles equipped with QRT-Deluxe and QRT-Max wheelchair restraints. Please refer to Rollx's recall report for specific model year information. The retractors may not lock, preventing the wheelchair from being properly secured.
Risk: An unsecured wheelchair can move during transit, increasing the risk of injury.
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. Owners may contact Rollx's customer service at 1-800-956-6668.
Engine and engine cooling · engine · hard parts internal/mechanical
Problem: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Transit, F-150, and Explorer vehicles. The connecting rod and rod bearing components may have manufacturing defects that can lead to engine damage and engine failure.
Risk: A damaged engine can result in engine failure and a stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect the connecting rods and replace the engine long block assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 15, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S55.
Back over prevention · software
Problem: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Bronco, F-150, 2021-2024 Edge, 2022-2025 Escape, F-250, F-350, F-450, F-550, F-600, 2022-2024 Expedition, 2022-2025 Transit, 2021-2023 Mach-E, 2024 Ranger, Mustang, 2021-2023 Lincoln Nautilus, 2022-2024 Navigator, and 2023-2024 Corsair vehicles. A software error may cause the rearview camera image to delay, freeze, or not display when the vehicle is in reverse.
Risk: A frozen or missing rearview camera image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
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 safety risk were mailed on June 26, 2025. Additional letters will be mailed once the final remedy is available on each phase. Owner notification letters were sent on October 8, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S49.
Common problems
From complaints owners filed with NHTSA. Complaints aren't verified, but patterns across hundreds of owners point to known weak spots.
Most-reported problem areas
By the numbers
Recent owner reports
Vehicle: 2025 Ford Transit 250 VIN: [XXX] Owner: AQ ELECTRIC LLC - [XXX] - [XXX] Purchase: XXX - Sunshine Ford [XXX] Safety Defect: Electric Emergency Parking Brake / Electronic Parking Brake self-activation Incident Date 1: XXX approx 10:00 PM - Same day [XXX] [XXX] returned vehicle (XXX, 14 days, said no fault found), Emergency Brake activated without driver input while dri…
Rear A/C stopped working at 8k miles. Took it in under warranty. They have zero motors in the U.S. and have not provided a solution. I can not safely transport our children or an elderly woman in 100 degree heat without A/C. They say it is still usable and will not guarantee to pay for rental.
The Ford dealer where I bought this vehicle denies that there is a safety recall for this vehicle. That is Christina, Service Depart, Auto Nation Ford, Littleton, Colorado This recall states that I should not drive the vehicle until the recall has been serviced. I am unable to get Ford to honor the recall.
Safety ratings
2025 Ford Transit Van - Gas CV AWD
2025 Ford Transit Van - Gas CV RWD
Other model years
Questions
How many recalls does the 2025 Ford Transit have?
NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2025 Ford Transit, most recently for service brakes, hydraulic · pedals and linkages (02/17/2026). Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer. Enter your VIN to check whether a recall applies to your vehicle.
What are the most common problems with the 2025 Ford Transit?
Based on 4 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported areas are service brakes (2), electrical system (1), unknown or other (1).
Is the 2025 Ford Transit safe?
NHTSA hasn't published an overall 5-star rating for the 2025 Ford Transit. It has 1 recall with a Park It or Park Outside warning, so check your VIN.
Is the 2025 a good year for the Ford Transit?
The 2025 has the fewest owner complaints of any Transit model year from 2015 to 2025. It has 4 recalls vs. an average of 13.6 per model year.
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Related vehicles
Sources: NHTSA recalls, complaints and 5-Star Safety Ratings APIs; EPA fueleconomy.gov. Data retrieved October 21, 2026. NHTSA model names used: TRANSIT VAN - GAS, TRANSIT VAN BEV, TRANSIT LOW ROOF 12 PASS, Transit.