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2023 Ford Transit recalls

Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2023 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.

Recall campaigns: 19
Park-it warnings: 0
Complaints: 59
Latest campaign: Feb 3, 2026

Recall summary by component19

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h

Component	Campaigns	Latest	Campaign IDs
Back over prevention	4	Jun 27, 2025	25V442000 25V315000 25V242000 23V598000
Steering	3	Sep 18, 2025	25V623000 24V591000 24V542000
Electrical system	2	May 23, 2025	25V339000 22V791000
Visibility	2	Mar 14, 2025	25V168000 23V122000
Power train	2	Oct 25, 2024	24V805000 24V102000
Fuel system, gasoline	2	Jul 19, 2023	23V499000 23V071000
Structure	1	Feb 3, 2026	26V061000
Equipment adaptive/mobility	1	Dec 17, 2025	25V876000
Seats	1	Jul 24, 2024	24V552000
Tires	1	Mar 22, 2024	24V226000

Safety recalls19

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h

0Park-it warnings

0Fixable over the air

Feb 3, 2026Latest campaign


Feb 3, 202626V061000	Structure: frame and members A loss of drive power or brake failure increases the risk of a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 26V061000 What's wrong Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Transit vehicles. The engine crossmember may not be secured properly, which can cause the engine to shift and possibly result in a loss of drive power or brake failure. Risk A loss of drive power or brake failure increases the risk of a crash. Remedy Dealers will replace the cross member fasteners, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 22, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S04. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on February 4, 2026. Campaign NHTSA 26V061000 · Feb 3, 2026
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
Sep 18, 202525V623000	Steering Incorrect tires and an incorrect steering coupler cover can cause a loss of brake function, loss of steering control, or damage to tires, increasing the risk of a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 25V623000 What's wrong Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Transit vehicles repaired incorrectly under recall numbers 24V226 and 24V591. An incorrect steering coupler cover and tires that were not designed for the vehicle may have been installed during a previous repair. Risk Incorrect tires and an incorrect steering coupler cover can cause a loss of brake function, loss of steering control, or damage to tires, increasing the risk of a crash. Remedy Dealers will inspect and if necessary, replace the tires, tire placard, and certification label, and also recalibrate the vehicle. Additionally, dealers will remove the steering coupler cover. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 10, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S95. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning September 24, 2025. Campaign NHTSA 25V623000 · Sep 18, 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
May 23, 202525V339000	Electrical system: instrument cluster/panel An instrument panel that does not illuminate critical safety information, such as the speedometer or warning lights, can increase the risk of a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 25V339000 What's wrong Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Transit vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall number 22V415. The Instrument Panel Cluster may not properly illuminate warning lights or gauges. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 101, "Control and Displays." Risk An instrument panel that does not illuminate critical safety information, such as the speedometer or warning lights, can increase the risk of a crash. Remedy Dealers will update the instrument panel cluster software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 23, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25C19. Campaign NHTSA 25V339000 · May 23, 2025
May 9, 202525V315000	Back over prevention: software A frozen or missing rearview camera image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 25V315000 What's wrong 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. Remedy 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. Campaign NHTSA 25V315000 · May 9, 2025

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 component59

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59Complaints filed

2Involving a crash

0Involving a fire

0Injuries reported

Component	Complaints	%	Crashes
Electrical system	14	24	0
Power train	13	22	1
Unknown or other	9	15	1
Back over prevention	9	15	1
Engine	7	12	0
Steering	6	10	0
Structure	4	7	0
Wheels	4	7	0
Tires	3	5	0
Lane departure	3	5	1
Suspension	2	3	0
Visibility/wiper	2	3	0
Service brakes	2	3	0
Fuel/propulsion system	2	3	0
Equipment	1	2	0

4 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 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, Transit Van, Transit Van Bev.

Latest reports

Suspension
“Followup on previous complaint. Manufacturer unable to perform recall on body because of lift package. Package was installed by manufacturer.”
Filed 10/04/2026 · ODI 11768844
Engine
“Ford states they are unable to repair this recall #26V061 because the van is lifted, which was a marketing strategy done by Ford on the assembly line. They want the customer to shop dealers and see if anyone can do it.”
Filed 09/30/2026 · ODI 11768010
Electrical system
“Secondary alternator fails to charge lithium battery bank.”
Filed 09/30/2026 · ODI 11768159

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2023 Ford Transit recall questions

How many recalls does the 2023 Ford Transit have?

NHTSA lists 19 safety recall campaigns for the 2023 Ford Transit. The most recent, 26V061000 (reported February 3, 2026), concerns structure. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.

What are the 2023 Ford Transit recalls for?

The largest group is back over prevention, with 4 campaigns. Others: steering (3), electrical system (2), visibility (2). Each campaign below lists the defect, the risk and the free remedy.

What is the most common complaint about the 2023 Ford Transit?

Electrical system is the most-reported component, named in 14 complaints out of 59 filed with NHTSA (24%). 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 2023 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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