2024 Ford Transit Problems

Below Average Complaints

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2024 Ford Transit.

20232025
Complaints
32
Crashes
0
Fires
5
Injuries
2
Fatalities
Recalls
10

Worst 2024 Ford Transit Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#16 complaints

Body Structure

#23 complaints

Backup Camera

#33 complaints

Electrical Faults

Fires:2
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2024 Ford Transit.

Body Structure
6
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Backup Camera
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical Faults
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
2
Avg Miles
Engine Problems
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
2
Avg Miles
Transmission / Drivetrain
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
Tire Defects
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wheel Issues
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Airbags
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Headlight/Taillight Failures
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Gasoline Fuel System
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat Belt Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Brakes
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Steering Defects
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2024 Ford Transit

10 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~1,198,313 vehicles.

26V061000Structure:frame And Members
~1,403 affected

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.

25V876000Equipment Adaptive/mobility:wheelchair Restraints/securement:latch/anchor:
~86 affected

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.

25V623000Steering · Tires
~212 affected

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.

25V315000Back Over Prevention:software
~1,076,138 affected

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.

24V805000Power Train:axle Assembly:axle Shaft
~1,075 affected

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.

24V636000Equipment:other:labels
~373 affected

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.

24V591000Steering:column
~1,902 affected

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.

24V542000Steering:electric Power Assist System
~1,902 affected

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.

24V226000Tires
~1,902 affected

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.

24V102000Power Train:driveline:driveshaft
~113,320 affected

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.

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2024 Ford Transit — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2024 Ford Transit reliable?
Verdict: Below Average Complaints. The 2024 Ford Transit has 32 NHTSA complaints, 0 crash-related, and 10 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Body Structure with 6 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2024 Ford Transit?
Top reported problems: Body Structure (6 complaints); Backup Camera (3 complaints); Electrical Faults (3 complaints). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
How safe is the 2024 Ford Transit?
NHTSA complaints for the 2024 Ford Transit include 0 crash-related reports, 5 fire reports, 2 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2024 Ford Transit have any recalls?
Yes — 10 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 1,198,313 vehicles. Recalls are free to fix at the dealer. Always verify by VIN whether the specific car you're looking at has had its recalls addressed.
Should I buy a 2024 Ford Transit?
Fewer complaints than typical for this model. That's a good sign, but every individual car is different — the VIN still tells you what happened to this specific one.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full Ford Transit reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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