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2021 Ford Transit recalls

Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2021 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.

Recall campaigns: 4
Park-it warnings: 0
Complaints: 24
Latest campaign: Dec 17, 2025

Recall summary by component4

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h

Component	Campaigns	Latest	Campaign IDs
Equipment adaptive/mobility	1	Dec 17, 2025	25V876000
Back over prevention	1	Jun 27, 2025	25V442000
Fuel system, gasoline	1	Jul 19, 2023	23V499000
Seat belts	1	Jul 30, 2021	21V592000

Safety recalls4

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
Jul 30, 202121V592000	Seat belts: front retractor An unsecured child restraint system can increase the risk of injury during a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 21V592000 What's wrong Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Transit and 2021 Transit Connect vehicles. The front passenger seat belt automatic locking retractor (ALR) may deactivate early, which can prevent the child restraint system from securing properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection." Risk An unsecured child restraint system can increase the risk of injury during a crash. Remedy Dealers will inspect the front passenger seat belt assembly, and replace the assembly as necessary, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters were mailed on September 14, 2021. Owner notification letters were mailed on December 30, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21C18. Campaign NHTSA 21V592000 · Jul 30, 2021

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).

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Owner complaints by component24

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24Complaints filed

2Involving a crash

0Involving a fire

2Injuries reported

Component	Complaints	%	Crashes	Injuries
Power train	6	25	0	0
Unknown or other	5	21	1	0
Wheels	5	21	0	0
Electrical system	3	13	0	0
Suspension	3	13	0	0
Seat belts	2	8	1	0
Tires	2	8	0	0
Visibility/wiper	2	8	0	0
Equipment adaptive/mobility	1	4	0	0
Visibility	1	4	0	0
Air bags	1	4	1	2
Structure	1	4	0	0
Latches/locks/linkages	1	4	0	0
Service brakes	1	4	0	0

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 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 15 Pass, Transit Van.

Latest reports

Unknown or other
“We are writing to formally escalate catastrophic and highly dangerous safety failure issues involving a Braun Millenium Lift, hydraulic oil explosion, failure of the emergency back up pump, severe structural defects, a…”
Filed 10/11/2026 · ODI 11770381
Seat belts
“The passenger side seat belt locks up at unusual times. Passenger can’t reach anything because they are locked in their seat.”
Filed 06/03/2026 · ODI 11741881
Visibility
“The contact owns a 2021 Ford Transit. The contact stated that while parked and having an oil change sticker applied to the top of the driver's side windshield, the glass detached half an inch and water had since entered…”
Filed 04/13/2026 · ODI 11730872

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2021 Ford Transit recall questions

How many recalls does the 2021 Ford Transit have?

NHTSA lists 4 safety recall campaigns for the 2021 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 is the most common complaint about the 2021 Ford Transit?

Power train is the most-reported component, named in 6 complaints out of 24 filed with NHTSA (25%). Across all complaints, owners reported 2 crashs and 0 fires. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

How do I check if a recall is open on my 2021 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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