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2020 Ford Transit recalls

Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2020 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.

Recall campaigns
9
Park-it warnings
0
Complaints
84
Latest campaign
Dec 17, 2025

Recall summary by component9

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h
ComponentCampaignsLatestCampaign IDs
Back over prevention2Jun 27, 2025
25V44200020V575000
Seat belts2May 5, 2020
20V25000020V222000
Equipment adaptive/mobility1Dec 17, 2025
25V876000
Fuel system, gasoline1Jul 19, 2023
23V499000
Power train1Dec 16, 2021
21V978000
Parking brake1Aug 11, 2021
21V631000
Air bags1Jul 17, 2020
20V415000

Safety recalls9

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h
0Park-it warnings
0Fixable over the air
Dec 17, 2025Latest campaign
Dec 17, 202525V876000

Equipment adaptive/mobility: wheelchair restraints/securement latch/anchor

An unsecured wheelchair can move during transit, increasing the risk of injury.

DetailsHide details for campaign 25V876000
What's wrong
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.
Remedy
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.
Campaign
NHTSA 25V876000 · Dec 17, 2025
Jun 27, 202525V442000

Back over prevention: software

A rearview camera that displays a blank image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle.

DetailsHide details for campaign 25V442000
What's wrong
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2022 Transit Connect, 2019-2020 MKZ, MKX, Edge, Continental, F-150, Nautilus, Fusion, 2019-2023 Ranger, Mustang, 2020-2021 EcoSport, Expedition, Navigator, 2020-2022 Escape, F-250 SD, Corsair, 2020-2023 Aviator, Transit, 2020-2024 Explorer, 2021-2024 Bronco Sport, and 2022-2024 Maverick vehicles. A software error may cause the rearview camera to display a blank image, or the image may remain on the display after the backing event has ended.
Risk
A rearview camera that displays a blank image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle. A rearview image that continues to be displayed after the vehicle is shifted out of reverse may distract the driver. Both of these situations can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the rearview camera software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 4, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S72.
Campaign
NHTSA 25V442000 · Jun 27, 2025
Jul 19, 202323V499000

Fuel system, gasoline: delivery hoses, lines/piping, and fittings

A gasoline leak in the presence of an ignition source may increase the risk of fire.

DetailsHide details for campaign 23V499000
What's wrong
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.
Risk
A gasoline leak in the presence of an ignition source may increase the risk of fire.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the fuel hose and clamps as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 4, 2023. Owners may contact Quality Vans customer service at 1-480-464-7007.
Campaign
NHTSA 23V499000 · Jul 19, 2023
Dec 16, 202121V978000

Power train: driveline driveshaft

Driveshaft separation can result in a loss of drive power, or unintended movement while parked if the parking brake is not engaged, increasing the risk of a crash.

DetailsHide details for campaign 21V978000
What's wrong
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 Transit vehicles equipped with All Wheel Drive (AWD). The bolts that attach the rear driveshaft to the transfer case may become loose or damaged, which can result in separation of the driveshaft from the transfer case.
Risk
Driveshaft separation can result in a loss of drive power, or unintended movement while parked if the parking brake is not engaged, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the driveshaft bolts. If any loose bolts are found, the driveshaft, attachment hardware, transfer case flange kit, and seal will also be replaced. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 4, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21S54.
Campaign
NHTSA 21V978000 · Dec 16, 2021
Aug 11, 202121V631000

Parking brake: conventional mechanical

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

DetailsHide details for campaign 21V631000
What's wrong
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.
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.
Campaign
NHTSA 21V631000 · Aug 11, 2021
Sep 23, 202020V575000

Back over prevention: sensing system camera

Reduced rearward visibility can increase the risk of a crash.

DetailsHide details for campaign 20V575000
What's wrong
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 Ford F-150, F-250, F-350, F-450, F-550, Explorer, Mustang, Transit, Expedition, Escape, Ranger and Edge, and Lincoln Nautilus and Corsair vehicles. Due to a poor electrical connection, the rearview camera may intermittently display a blank or distorted image. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Risk
Reduced rearward visibility can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rearview camera, free of charge. The recall began November 17, 2020. Remedy became available on February 1, 2021. Owner notification letters were mailed on February 1, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20C19.
Campaign
NHTSA 20V575000 · Sep 23, 2020
To see whether a recall is still open on your car, enter the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Ford recall lookup. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer (federal law; see limits).

Owner complaints by component84

NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h
84Complaints filed
1Involving a crash
3Involving a fire
2Injuries reported
ComponentShareComplaints%CrashesFiresInjuries
Seats2732002
Power train1821002
Electrical system1417030
Steering67000
Unknown or other67000
Wheels56000
Service brakes56000
Engine56010
Back over prevention45000
Tires45000
Structure22000
Visibility/wiper22100
Forward collision avoidance22000
Suspension11000
Air bags11000

3 more components with fewer complaints not shown. An owner can tag several components, so percentages add up to more than 100. Complaints are unverified owner reports, de-duplicated by NHTSA ODI number, merged from NHTSA model names Transit, Transit High Roof (8,10,12) Pass, Transit High Roof 15 Pass, Transit Low Roof (8,10,12) Pass, Transit Low Roof 15 Pass, Transit Medium Roof (8,10,12) Pass, Transit Medium Roof 15 Pass.

Latest reports

  • Power train

    “The contact owns a 2020 Ford Transit. The contact stated that while driving 50 MPH, the vehicle unexpectedly lost motive power and came to a complete stop in traffic. There was no warning light illuminated.”

    Filed 09/17/2026 · ODI 11765092
  • Electrical system

    “Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2020 Ford Transit. The contact stated that while attempting to register the vehicle, it was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was a private sale.”

    Filed 07/29/2026 · ODI 11753468
  • Wheels

    “My Tire pressure Monitor give me alert while driving I select to view tire pressures for display show 3 tires fail send reading One of the three back sending reading two stay off For few days same then all tires reading…”

    Filed 06/30/2026 · ODI 11747513

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2020 Ford Transit recall questions

How many recalls does the 2020 Ford Transit have?

NHTSA lists 9 safety recall campaigns for the 2020 Ford Transit. The most recent, 25V876000 (reported December 17, 2025), concerns equipment adaptive/mobility. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.

What are the 2020 Ford Transit recalls for?

The largest group is back over prevention, with 2 campaigns. Others: seat belts (2), equipment adaptive/mobility (1), fuel system, gasoline (1). Each campaign below lists the defect, the risk and the free remedy.

What is the most common complaint about the 2020 Ford Transit?

Seats is the most-reported component, named in 27 complaints out of 84 filed with NHTSA (32%). Across all complaints, owners reported 1 crash and 3 fires. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

How do I check if a recall is open on my 2020 Ford Transit?

Enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Ford recall lookup. That shows campaigns still unrepaired on that exact car. Safety recall repairs are free at a franchised Ford dealer.

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