Ford Transit Custom recalls
Recalls to 31 Oct 2026, from DVSA's file. Each recall shows its own launch date.
DVSA lists 35 safety recalls naming the Ford Transit Custom, launched from 2019 to 2026. Most recalls cover only cars built in certain dates or chassis number ranges, so check a specific car on GOV.UK's recall check.
Ford Transit Custom recalls at a glance
- Recalls
- 35
- 2019 to 2026
- Latest recall
- 19 October 2026
- R/2026/410
Source: DVSA RecallsFile.csv, recalls launched from 1992 to October 2026, downloaded 31 October 2026. Open Government Licence v3.0.
Every Ford Transit Custom recall
Newest first. The concern is the part or system affected, the defect is what can go wrong, and the remedy is what the manufacturer does to put it right.
26C47 – Transit and Tourneo Custom – Brake Discs
R/2026/410, launched 19 October 2026. Also covers the Tourneo Custom
Defect: Affected vehicles may have brake discs that do not meet specifications. This could reduce braking performance the vehicle’s ability to maintain stability and in some cases a brake component could come loose and create a hazard for other road users.
Remedy: Check for defective parts and replace them as required.
26S72 Transit and Tourneo Custom Transit and Tourneo Courier – Liftgate Strut
R/2026/374, launched 2 October 2026. Also covers the Tourneo, Tourneo Custom
Defect: Affected vehicles may have a liftgate gas strut connection head which can become detached when the liftgate is pushed upwards after reaching fully open position.
Remedy: Check and replace the liftgate strut if necessary.
Transit Custom - Potential Touch Condition Between Bulkhead Bolt And Fuel Tank – Product Safety Recall
R/2026/365, launched 25 September 2026
Defect: On affected vehicles there may be insufficient clearance between a bulkhead bolt and the fuel tank which could cause damage over time and lead to a fuel leak.
Remedy: Replace the bulkhead bolt.
26S49 – Transit and Transit/Tourneo Custom – Automatic Transmission Snap Ring
R/2026/306, launched 30 July 2026. Also covers the Tourneo Custom, Transit
Defect: Affected vehicles may have an Electronic One-Way Clutch Assembly built with an unseated snap ring which may lead to a sudden and unexpected loss of forward or reverse movement.
Remedy: Disassemble the transmission to check the snap ring is correctly seated and replace any necessary parts.
26S33 – Transit Custom – Seatbelt fraying
R/2026/261, launched 3 July 2026
Defect: On affected vehicles the front outboard seatbelts may show fraying due to coming into contact with metal swarf from the production process.
Remedy: Replace the front outboard seatbelts.
Multi Vehicle Line: Unintended High Beam Behaviour - Compliance
R/2026/268, launched 30 June 2026. Also covers the Kuga, Mach-E, Transit, Transit Courier
Defect: Affected vehicles may experience erratic behaviour of the Glare Free High Beam function under certain circumstances.
Remedy: Update the Advanced Driver Assistance Systems Electronic Control Unit software.
26S37 – Transit and Transit Custom – Wiper Motor
R/2026/258, launched 26 June 2026. Also covers the Tourneo Custom
Defect: On affected vehicles the front wiper motor may not operate or may operate intermittently resulting in reduced or lost visibility in certain conditions.
Remedy: Update the wiper motor software and if necessary replace the wiper motor.
26C30 – Transit and Tourneo Custom – Door Module lost communication
R/2026/254, launched 23 June 2026. Also covers the Tourneo Custom
Defect: Affected vehicles may experience loss of communication with the Door modules resulting in the Blind Spot Indicator System (BLIS) feature Window regulator mirror adjust and turn indicator repeater not working during this time. The mirror-mounted indicator lamps lack of function combined with the absence of a driver tell-tale results in a non-compliance with mandatory lighting standards.
Remedy: Install updated door control software.
26C22 - Transit Custom and Tourneo Custom - Driver Status Monitoring Camera Control Module Replacement
R/2026/242, launched 15 June 2026. Also covers the Tourneo Custom
Defect: Affected vehicles may be equipped with a Driver Facing Camera that may not work as intended and therefore not compliant with current regulatory requirements.
Remedy: Replace the Driver Status Monitoring Camera Control Module.
26S31 – Transit and Transit Custom – Fuel line cracked
R/2026/210, launched 11 May 2026. Also covers the Tourneo Custom
Defect: On affected left-hand drive (LHD) vehicles there is a risk of a leak from a fuel line on to the diesel particulate filter (DPF) and/or exhaust components which may in a worst-case scenario result in an under-bonnet fire.
Remedy: Fit modified fuel feed line.
25SE6 – Transit and Transit Custom – 12V Battery Venting
R/2026/018, launched 30 January 2026. Also covers the Transit
Defect: Affected vehicles may have 12V batteries that have been incorrectly vented allowing any potential venting to be directed into the cabin.
Remedy: Inspect the battery and replace if required. Fit a battery vent tube to expel any gases.
Transit Custom Double Cab In Van (DCiV): Second Row Bench Seat Manufacturing Defect
R/2025/421, launched 3 November 2025, 61 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: Affected vehicles may have been manufactured with a bench seat frame with a suspect weld due to a manufacturing defect. This could compromise the occupant restraint during a frontal crash potentially increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Replace the bench seat frame.
Frozen Rearview Camera Screen
R/2025/361, launched 24 September 2025. Also covers the Focus, Mach-E, Mustang, Ranger, Transit, Transit Courier
Defect: On affected vehicles there is a potential software issue causing the rear-view camera not to function as intended.
Remedy: Update the Accessory Protocol Interface Module (APIM) software to the latest level.
25S85 Transit Custom - Rear Shock Absorber Inspection
R/2025/400, launched 22 September 2025, 99 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: On affected vehicles a fracture of the shock absorber's top bush eye ring may result in reduced ride quality and compromised handling.
Remedy: Inspect and replace the rear shock absorbers if required.
CrossCar: Sync3 Rear-View Camera Software Update
R/2025/359, launched 8 September 2025. Also covers the EcoSport, Edge, Explorer, Fiesta, Focus, Galaxy, Kuga, Mondeo, Mustang, Puma, Ranger, Tourneo Custom, Transit, Transit Courier
Defect: On affected vehicles a software problem may result in issues with the rear-view camera that reduce the driver’s view or with it remaining on after a reversing event.
Remedy: Update the vehicle software to the latest level.
25S58 – Transit Custom PHEV and Explorer PHEV – Software update
R/2025/289, launched 29 July 2025. Also covers the Tourneo Custom
Defect: On affected vehicles the remedy software for a previous recall may not have been installed correctly. In the event of a high voltage battery cell internal short customers may experience a battery power off resulting in a loss of motive power with coasting and battery thermal venting potentially resulting in a vehicle fire.
Remedy: Update the Battery Energy Control Module software. If a high voltage battery cell capacity anomaly is detected replace the high voltage battery pack.
25S51 Transit Custom – Passenger airbag replacement required
R/2025/266, launched 18 July 2025
Defect: On affected vehicles in the event of a crash that triggers the passenger airbag the inflator tube may rupture. The rupture can result in metal fragmentation damage to the airbag cushion complete loss of airbag functionality and an increased risk of injury or death.
Remedy: Replace the passenger airbag.
25S86 Transit Transit Custom - Potential Panther Engine Timing Idler Gear Loose
R/2025/352, launched 28 June 2025, 1 vehicle affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Transit
Defect: On affected vehicles the engine idler gear bolt may shear resulting in the idler gear dropping and primary drive failure. This can result in complete engine failure leading to a stall and/or no start condition.
Remedy: Replace the idler gear and idler bolt.
25S59 Transit Transit Custom - Potential exhaust manifold nut incorrectly torqued
R/2025/199, launched 9 June 2025. Also covers the Transit
Defect: On affected vehicles the correct tightening torque was not reached on some of the exhaust manifold nuts during the manufacturing process. This could lead to exhaust gas leaking and the melting of the nearby plastic oil separator causing oil to leak on to hot surfaces and the risk of fire.
Remedy: Visually check to confirm all nut positions and condition. Remove the engine and replace the nut and stud if not ok.
25C10 - Transit Custom - Driver and Passenger Door Modules Software Update
R/2025/188, launched 28 May 2025
Defect: On affected vehicles the remedy software for a previous recall may not have been installed correctly. It may be possible the driver or passenger windows will not automatically reverse when encountering an obstruction.
Remedy: Update the Driver and Passenger Door Modules with the latest software and verify the process to ensure correct installation.
25C03 Transit Custom - Potential Child Lock Malfunction Issue
R/2025/160, launched 29 April 2025
Defect: Affected vehicles may experience a malfunctioning child lock feature on the dual power sliding doors due to a missing wire in the wiring harness.
Remedy: Fit the missing wire and route alongside the existing loom.
24S56 Transit Custom PHEV
R/2024/333, launched 14 April 2025
Defect: On affected vehicles a component in the electric motor could over time slowly degrade and eventually fail leading to the electric motor failing without notice and a loss of propulsion.
Remedy: Install a new electric motor.
X-Car Powertain Control Module (PCM) Software Update
R/2025/094, launched 19 December 2024. Also covers the B-Max, Cmax, EcoSport, Fiesta, Focus, Galaxy, Kuga, Mondeo, S-Max, Transit Courier
Defect: Affected vehicles may develop a crack in the Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF).
Remedy: Update software to prevent a cracked DPF. Test and replace DPFs that are already cracked.
24S74 – Transit and Tourneo Custom PHEV – Wiring harness to brake line touch condition
R/2024/503, launched 19 December 2024. Also covers the Tourneo Custom
Defect: On affected vehicles there may be a clash between a wiring harness and the brake lines. This could lead to wear corrosion and a brake tube leak leading to reduced stopping performance.
Remedy: Check the brake line and wiring harness and rework where necessary.
24C24 - Transit Custom - Side window automatic reversal system / Compliance recall
R/2024/351, launched 13 September 2024
Defect: On affected vehicles there is potentially an issue with the window automatic reversal system (bounce back system). Under certain circumstances a closing window could exert a force of over 100N.
Remedy: Update driver and passenger door modules software.
24C10 - Transit Custom - Power Steering Control Module (PSCM) software update
R/2024/220, launched 22 May 2024
Defect: Transit Custom vehicles that might have been loaded with the incorrect software for the Power Steering Control Module (PSCM) during the manufacturing process. Having the incorrect software could lead to the Lane Change Warning Assist (LCWA) to not work as intended.
Remedy: The Ford Dealer will update the software to the latest level in order to restore full functionality.
Software Update for Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS) Incomplete
R/2024/047, launched 22 February 2024
Defect: Transit Custom vehicles may have received an incomplete software update or no update prior to leaving the plant. For vehicles affected by this concern and have received an incomplete software update the Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS) will not function as designed. Customers will be presented with a yellow warning light in the vehicles cluster. For vehicles where no update was received there are no warning messages informing the customer that the ADAS system may not work as expected.
Remedy: Software update
23S53 – Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle – High Voltage Battery Diagnostic Inspection
R/2024/011, launched 12 February 2024. Also covers the Explorer, Explorer Phev
Defect: The affected vehicles may have a manufacturing defect in one or more of the vehicles. High Voltage battery cells which may result in a cell with a lower than expected capacity. In certain cases the low-capacity cell may develop an internal short circuit.
Remedy: On affected vehicles the battery will be replaced.
Incorrect instructions for setting passenger airbag deactivation in the printed Owner s Manual if fitted and in the SYNC4 instructions. The customer may be unable to identify how to switch OFF/ON the passenger airbag when installing a rear-facing child seat.
R/2024/025, launched 30 January 2024, 4,773 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: Incorrect instructions for setting passenger airbag deactivation in the printed Owner’s Manual if fitted and in the SYNC4 instructions. The customer may be unable to identify how to switch OFF/ON the passenger airbag when installing a rear-facing child seat.
Remedy: Replacement instructions issued
SOME VEHICLES MAY HAVE BEEN BUILT WITH AN ADDITIONAL BOLT THAT MAY BE LOOSE WITHIN THE ELECTRIC POWER ASSISTED STEERING
R/2021/183, launched 21 May 2021, 20 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Transit
Defect: Some vehicles may have been built with an additional bolt that may be loose within the Electric Power Assisted Steering (EPAS).
Remedy: Replace the steering gear on all vehicles affected.
WELD PENERTRATION ON LEFT LOWER CONTROL ARM MIGHT NOT MEET SPECIFICATION
R/2020/275, launched 24 September 2020, 2,180 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Transit
Defect: The left-hand lower control arm may be fitted to vehicles where the weld penetration does not meet specification.
Remedy: Inspect the left-hand lower control arm and replace if within the affected date range.
THE LOWER CONTROL ARMS MAY BE FITTED WITH MISSING OR PARTIAL WELDS
R/2020/247, launched 27 August 2020, 2,675 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Transit
Defect: The lower control arms may have missing or partial welds
Remedy: Inspect the lower control arms and replace if required.
THE RUN ON WATER PUMP MAY OVERHEAT
R/2020/183, launched 26 June 2020, 91,814 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Transit
Defect: The Run On Water Pump (ROWP) fitted to Transit and Transit Custom vehicles may overheat
Remedy: Replacing the 15 Amp fuse with a 7.5 Amp fuse to prevent the possibility for the ROWP to overheat.
VEHICLES MAY HAVE BEEN FITTED WITH THE INCORRECT TWIN BATTERY POSITIVE CABLE
R/2020/063, launched 20 March 2020, 151 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: Vehicles may have been fitted with the wrong twin battery positive cable.
Remedy: Inspect affected vehicles install a new twin battery cable and correct the cable routing if the concern is identified.
INCORRECTLY TORQUED LEFT HAND SEATBELT TO SEATBELT SHOULDER HEIGHT ADJUSTER BOLT
R/2019/050, launched 8 February 2019, 3 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Transit
Defect: An incorrectly torqued left hand seatbelt to seatbelt shoulder height adjuster bolt.
Remedy: Replace the left hand seatbelt and shoulder height adjuster with new parts.
Source: DVSA RecallsFile.csv, recalls launched from 1992 to October 2026, downloaded 31 October 2026. Open Government Licence v3.0.
What to do next
If you own a Ford Transit Custom, check its registration on GOV.UK and ask a Ford dealer whether any recall work is outstanding. If you are buying one, ask the seller for proof the work was done, and run a Motoring Insider history check for finance, write-offs and the MOT history.