While driving a rented 2024 Ford Transit passenger van under load (accelerating uphill and exceeding 2,500–3,000 RPM) on a highway in heavy rain, the vehicle experienced a sudden, catastrophic powertrain failure. The engine began violently misfiring, causing the vehicle to shake aggressively, accompanied by a solid/flashing Check Engine Light and a sudden, severe loss of propulsion. This created an immediate, extreme highway traffic hazard for the 7 passengers inside, including infants, elderly parents, and an individual with special needs. When roadside assistance was contacted, the vehicle owners (Commonwealth Fleet Co. LLC, operating on the Turo platform) explicitly refused to authorize a tow because they did not want to pay the associated towing fees. Instead, the host pressured us to personally drive the dangerously malfunctioning commercial-sized van to a local Ford dealership for diagnostics, wait for it, and then proceed to drive the defective vehicle all the way home. This forced us into a high-risk scenario operating an inherently unsafe vehicle on public roads because no other transit options were provided. Left stranded out-of-state, we were forced to actively facilitate these repairs for the host, navigating the defective vehicle to a local Ford facility and paying out-of-pocket for Uber ride-shares to shuttle our family back and forth between the dealership and emergency lodging. A review of the vehicle's background showed that the fleet host had completely neglected required mechanical servicing on this van since October 2025. Furthermore, despite suffering this dangerous, documented powertrain failure that left our family stranded, the platform allowed the vehicle to be immediately flipped and rented out to another consumer upon its return on October 15, 2026, without a safety inspection or mechanical repair.
The worst 2024 Ford Transit problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Body6
- Electrical5
- Engine5
- Wheels4
- Driver assistance3
Problems by type
Tap a problem to see which part fails, at what mileage and in which other years.
- Body6
- Electrical5
- Engine5
- Wheels4
- Driver assistance3
- Tires3
- Transmission3
- Fuel system2
- Lights2
- Seat belts2
- Airbags1
- Brakes1
- Steering1
- Suspension1
Recalls 10
Structure: frame and members
- What is 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 on February 4, 2026.
Recall number 26V061000 · Recall details
Equipment adaptive/mobility: wheelchair restraints/securement: latch/anchor:
- What is 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.
Recall number 25V876000 · Recall details
Steering
- What is 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 beginning September 24, 2025.
Recall number 25V623000 · Recall details
Back over prevention: software
- What is 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.
Recall number 25V315000 · Recall details
Power train: axle assembly: axle shaft
- What is wrong
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Ford Transit vehicles previously repaired under recall number 24V‑102. Incorrect bolts may have been used to attach the rear axle shaft, which can lead to the rear wheel locking up or separating from the axle.
- Risk
- Rear wheel lock-up or separation of the wheel from the axle shaft can result in loss of vehicle control or loss of drive power. In addition, the vehicle may roll in park if the parking brake is not applied. Any of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the rear axle shaft bolts, replace incorrect bolts as necessary, and fill the differential fluid if needed, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 13, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1‑866‑436‑7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S67.
Recall number 24V805000 · Recall details
Equipment: other: labels
- What is wrong
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024 Transit vehicles. The front gross axle weight rating may be labeled incorrectly on the vehicle B-pillar label and the owner's manual label, which can result in an overloaded vehicle.
- Risk
- An overloaded vehicle may result in steering knuckle failure and a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the labels, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 23, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1‑866‑436‑7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S53.
Recall number 24V636000 · Recall details
Steering: column
- What is wrong
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Transit vehicles. The steering column intermediate shaft may have been secured to the steering gear pinion shaft with an incorrect bolt, which can result in the separation of steering components and cause a loss of steering control.
- Risk
- A loss of steering control can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the steering column intermediate shaft bolt, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on February 14, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1‑866‑436‑7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S48.
Recall number 24V591000 · Recall details
Steering: electric power assist system
- What is wrong
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Transit vehicles equipped with a Transit Trail package. The electronic power assist steering (EPAS) ground eyelet joint may experience corrosion, which can result in a loss of power steering assist.
- Risk
- A loss of power steering assist can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will install a new EPAS ground pigtail kit, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on January 10, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1‑866‑436‑7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S46.
Recall number 24V542000 · Recall details
Tires
- What is wrong
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Transit vehicles equipped with the Transit Trail package. The tires may contact the front wheel arch liner and body flange, causing damage to the tires.
- Risk
- Damaged tires may experience a sudden loss of air pressure or tread separation, causing a loss of vehicle control and increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the tires, tire placard, and certification label, and also recalibrate the vehicle, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on March 26, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1‑866‑436‑7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S21.
Recall number 24V226000 · Recall details
Power train: driveline: driveshaft
- What is wrong
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Ford Transit vehicles. An inadequate amount of rear axle lubricant may cause rear axle tail bearing damage and seizure, which can result in wheel lock-up or driveshaft separation.
- Risk
- Wheel lock-up or driveshaft separation can result in a loss of drive power. A disconnected driveshaft can also result in a roll away when the vehicle is in park without the parking brake applied. Any of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the rear axle, and replace the axle bearings or axle assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 4, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1‑866‑436‑7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S05.
Recall number 24V102000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2024 Ford Transit 87
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Customer Satisfaction Program 26L01 – Supplement #1 Certain 2018-2025 Model Year Various Vehicles 2.0L...
- This bulletin supersedes 26-2309
- This bulletin supersedes 26-2297
- This bulletin supersedes 26-2309
- Customer Satisfaction Program 26L01 Certain 2018-2024 Model Year Various Vehicles 2.0L Panther Diesel...
- This bulletin supersedes 25-2415
- Some 2021-2026 Ford/Lincoln vehicles may exhibit various symptoms including but not limited to the auto...
- This bulletin supersedes 26-2241
- This bulletin supersedes 26-2112
- This bulletin supersedes 25-2587
What 2024 Ford Transit owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
This is the second time this occurred. Please refer to 11757120. While travelling approximately 65 mph the vehicle had a complete shutdown including the engine and all electrical systems in the chassis. When a vehicle has a complete shutdown while driving it is inherently dangerous and life threatening. The problem has been confirmed by Westlies Truck Center in Minot ND again. To my knowledge the vehicle has not been inspected by the manufacturer or anyone other than the staff at the truck center. There were no warnings of any kind prior to this occurrence. We were on a busy 4 lane highway.
We were on our way to a campground. Approximately 40 miles from the campground the RV shut down. All chassis systems failed including the engine and electrical systems. It is available for inspection. Our safety as well as the first mechanic on the scene and tow truck driver because we were only partially off of the roadway. There were no hazard lights working. The problem was confirmed by Westlies Truck Center in Minot ND. The component(s) have not been inspected. There were no warnings or symptoms of any kind. I was told by the service manager that it could happen again.
Attempting to purchase a Midwest Automotive Designs, Patriot RV on Ford Transit chassis. The rear seat belts installed by the RV manufacturer for rear passenger seating have been removed but dealership refuses to replace them. The dealer is offering this vehicle for sale without required safety equipment. I believe this is a violation of DOT law ?
The rear axle snapped and rear tire separated and rolled behind vehicle on the expressway causing the potential for injury/fatalities to our driver and surrounding passenger vehicles by recall 24S05. At no point did we receive communication from Ford that the vehicle should not be operated. We scheduled the recall repairs for next week, 5/4/26 however this morning, 5/1/26 the rear axle snapped and the tire fell off of the vehicle. The vehicle has been towed to Roche Ford in Bensenville for repairs. The recall has been well documented and has thus far caused 285 incidents and 1 accident prior to our issue this morning. There were no indicator lights or messages to indicate an issue.
On March 11, 2026, a 2024 Ford Transit (VIN: [XXX] ) was being operated under normal driving conditions when the check engine light began intermittently activating. Shortly thereafter, the vehicle experienced a sudden loss of dashboard functionality. While attempting to safely maneuver to the shoulder, the operator experienced loss of power steering and reduced braking capability. During this time, flames were observed originating from the engine compartment. The operator was able to safely pull the vehicle over, exit, and contact emergency services. The vehicle subsequently became fully engulfed in flames and was completely destroyed. No injuries were reported. A preliminary fire investigation determined the area of origin to be the passenger side of the engine compartment, with evidence of possible electrical involvement. The specific failed component has not yet been identified. This incident created a significant safety hazard due to the sudden loss of vehicle control systems combined with an active vehicle fire during operation. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
Fuel filler door hinges continues to break and the consumer has to pay for a new housing unit. The hinges can break at anytime and the fuel door can become a potential issue while driving. It can break all the way off and hit another vehicle while traveling on the road/ Highway. The problem has been confirmed by the dealerships as they always have back-stock of new units to replace. There is no warning as to when it breaks at all.
While traveling straight at approximately 30 miles per hour, the front differential locked, causing the front wheels to lock and abruptly stopped the vehicle. Vehicle was towed to a Ford dealership, which verified the differential failed, and not due to lack of lubricant. There were no symptoms prior to failure. The abruptness of the stop caused the operator to suffer whiplash like symptoms.
See the attached video..the car was not serviced before..this the assembly factory negligence..they didn't secure the nodes properly
My backup camera goes black and radio buttons do not work when this happens. They replaced apim and harness wires but did not solve the problem. They say they cannot replace radio because not on recall list. My van is under warranty. My van has the same issue as the recalls but not on the list. I've been having this issue since I bought the van. It needs to be on the recall list so I can get this issue fixed.
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Questions about the 2024 Ford Transit
Is the 2024 Ford Transit reliable?
Owners have filed 29 complaints about the 2024 Ford Transit, fewer than a typical Transit model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2024 Ford Transit?
Body and structure, with 6 complaints. Next is electrical (5).
How many recalls does the 2024 Ford Transit have?
10 recalls, covering structure, equipment adaptive/mobility and steering.
Was there a recall on the 2024 Ford Transit body?
Yes, 1 recall: 26V061000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the Ford Transit have the most body problems?
The Ford Transit model years with the most body complaints are 2016 (13 complaints) and 2015 (10 complaints).
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