2015 Ford Transit: check engine light

Filed Apr 1, 2026 · Transmission · NM

I have a 2015 ford transit 150 and I was driving home on the highway and out of nowhere my van downshift into I believe 1st or 2nd gear causing the engine to redline and the rear tire to lock up and cause me to lose control of the vehicle! For about 3-7 seconds in that time the cars behind me had to slam on there breaks almost rear ending me due to the abrupt deceleration from my vans rear tire locking up and as that happened the back of my van began to sway out from behind me and right at the time I believed I would have rolled over possibly killing me and injuring other drivers the van randomly went back into the proper gear allowing me to gain control and pull over. After I had time to process what just happened the check engine light came on and with my scan tool I read the code and it said that the speed sensor for the transmission had malfunctioned and after some research I found that similar year ford f150s with that same transmission and that same part number had recalled that part for the same issue! And I ask that if you would please save life’s by recalling this part it is not a debate it is a necessity please please recall this part

Filed Nov 7, 2025 · Electrical, Engine · 70,000 miles · CT

The contact owns a 2015 Ford Transit. The contact stated that water had leaked through the windshield and into the air filter compartment, onto several wires for different electrical systems in the vehicle, and onto emissions components, which affected the engine timing. The contact stated that while inspecting the vehicle, the contact noticed that there was approximately 2-inches of water in the air filter box. The check engine warning light was illuminated, with diagnostic trouble codes indicating that the Oxygen sensors had failed, and the timing was not being converted correctly. The vehicle was taken to a certified mechanic, who diagnosed that the catalytic converter needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired by the mechanic. The contact replaced the catalytic converter and placed a seal around the windshield. The manufacturer was informed of the failure, and it was confirmed that the VIN was not included in a recall related to the failure. The manufacturer referred the contact to the federal safety agency Hotline to report the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 70,000.

Filed Aug 21, 2025 · Engine · 100,000 miles · IL

The contact owns a 2015 Ford Transit. The contact stated that while his brother was driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed, and it was determined that the fuel pump module needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 100,000.

Filed Jul 11, 2025 · Fuel system, Transmission · VA

Initially my van began with a simple engine stall and total electrical failure while driving down the highway. The check engine light came on and the van was taken to the dealer to explore the problem. Multiple codes were found and were fixed which included coils, O2 sensors, fuel pump control module and several other things. Then a few days after picking the van up from the shop it had another engine stall while driving and check engine light. After taking it to the auto shop we informed of additional codes and problems which include catalytic converters, new battery, new alternator, and other things. Picked the vehicle from dealer and a few hours later the engine light came on along with engine stall while driving. I took it back to the dealer and I report problems with poor engine performance vehicle misfiring, rough running, poor fuel performance, check engine light, several engine stalls. Dealer diagnosed the van with needing a new Powertrain Control Module. Repairs were completed and upon picking the van up from the dealer the van wouldn't start, and dealer diagnosed the van with a bad fuel pump. To date we have spent over 30K in repairs, nearly 4 vehicle accidents due to engine failures, over 4 vehicle tow's, 5 battery replacements, and the van is currently awaiting new fuel pump replacement.

Filed Feb 11, 2025 · Engine, Fuel system · 109,000 miles · CA

The contact owns a 2015 Ford Transit. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the message "Exhaust filter overloaded, drive to clean", after which the vehicle entered LIMP Mode, and was unable to accelerate above 30 MPH. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who diagnosed a failure with the Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF). The vehicle was repaired under Customer Satisfaction Program: 23M01, but the failure reoccurred. The vehicle was then taken to an independent mechanic, who diagnosed a failure with the Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF). The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, and a case was opened. The failure mileage was 109,000.

Filed Dec 16, 2024 · Fuel system · 120,000 miles · OH

The contact owns a 2015 Ford Transit. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine warning light illuminated, and the vehicle lost motive power. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed with a fractured front windshield cowl. In addition, rainwater was entering the engine compartment due to the fractured windshield cowl. The vehicle was diagnosed with a failed fuel rail. The contact was informed that the fuel rail needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure reoccurred. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer where it was diagnosed with a failed fuel system, failed fuel injector, and a failed glow plug. The contact was informed that the fuel system, fuel injector, and glow plug needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure reoccurred. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or the dealer. The contact researched Technical Service Bulletin: 19-2091. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but provided no assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 120,000.

Filed Dec 6, 2024 · Engine · 13,000 miles · NC

The contact owns a 2015 Ford Transit. The contact stated while driving at undisclosed speeds, the check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that the failure was related to Customer Satisfaction Program: 15B39 CPR and Technical Service Bulletin: 19-2091. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed with water intrusion from insufficient sealing in certain areas of the engine compartment, allowing water entry into the engine compartment. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and confirmed that there was no warranty coverage on vehicle. The failure mileage was approximately 13,000.

Filed Dec 1, 2020 · Electrical · 77,000 miles · FL

Tl* the contact owns a 2015 ford transit. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken for routine maintenance check at world ford/kendall (15551 w dixie hwy, miami, fl 33162, (800) 739-1959). After retrieving the vehicle, the contact drove the vehicle to his residence. The following day during rainy weather, while attempting to start the vehicle, the engine failed to turn over. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer where it was diagnosed and determined that water entered the electrical compartment causing the fuse to fail. The vehicle was repaired however, the failure recurred during a rainy day. The contact mentioned the federal safety agency campaign number: 18v275000 (electrical system) as a possible solution to the failure however, the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that the VIN was not under recall. The failure mileage was approximately 77,000. The VIN was not included.

Filed Oct 2, 2020 · Engine, Fuel system · 77,000 miles · CO

Tl* the contact owns a 2015 ford transit. The contact stated while driving 60 MPH, the vehicle stalled with the fuel filter clogged message displayed. The check engine warning light also illuminated. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic who informed the contact of the federal safety agency campaign number: 15v005000 (fuel system, gasoline) and referred the contact to the dealer. The vehicle was towed to phil long ford of motor city (1212 motor city dr, colorado springs, co 80905, (844) 237-2169) and diagnosed with shards of fuel pump in the fuel line. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and informed of the failure. The contact was informed that the VIN was not included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 15v005000 (fuel system, gasoline). The approximate failure mileage was 77,000.

Filed Aug 30, 2019 · Transmission · 158,000 miles · WA

Tl* the contact owns a 2015 ford transit. While driving 60 MPH, the vehicle started to hesitate and made an abnormal noise. In addition, the check engine warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was taken to babbitt ford lincoln (located at 11 n verde st, flagstaff, az 86001, (928) 774-5063) where it was diagnosed that the coupling needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The contact stated that the vehicle was repaired per the federal safety agency campaign number: 17v408000 (power train) in august of 2017. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was 158,000.

Filed Aug 28, 2019 · Transmission · 133,056 miles · AL

Tl* the contact owns a 2015 ford transit. While driving between 45 and 63 MPH, the vehicle violently vibrated and the check engine indicator illuminated. The vehicle was taken to long-lewis ford lincoln (2551 john hawkins pkwy, birmingham, al 35244, (205) 989-3673) where it was diagnosed that the torque converter and driveshaft needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The vehicle was also taken to an independent mechanic where the contact was informed that the failure may be due to the rubber coupling. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 133,056.

Filed Sep 26, 2018 · Engine · 57,435 miles · FL

Tl* the contact owns a 2015 ford transit. While driving 25 MPH, the engine misfired and the check engine indicator illuminated. The vehicle was taken to mullinax ford of kissimmee (1810 e irlo bronson memorial hwy, kissimmee, fl 34744, (407) 846-6000) where it was diagnosed that the passenger side windshield wiper grommet leaked onto the engine, which caused the failure. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 57,435.