2018 Ford Transit problems
The Ford Transit is a family of light commercial vehicles manufactured by the Ford Motor Company since 1965, primarily as a cargo van, but also available in other configurations including a large passenger van (marketed as the Ford Tourneo in some markets since 1995), cutaway van chassis, and a pickup truck. The vehicle is also known as the Ford T-Series (T-150, T-250, T-350), a nomenclature shared with Ford's other light commercial vehicles, the Ford F-Series trucks, and the Ford E-Series chassis. As of 2015, 8 million Transit vans have been sold, making it the third best-selling van of all time and has been produced across four basic platform generations (debuting in 1965, 1986, 2000, and 2013 respectively), with various "facelift" versions of each.
The first product of the merged Ford of Europe, the Transit was originally marketed in Western Europe and Australia. By the end of the twentieth century, it was marketed nearly globally with the exception of North America until 2013 when it replaced the Ford E-Series van. Upon its introduction in North America, the Transit quickly became the best-selling van of any type in the United States, minivan sales included.
That mirrors the success the Transit has achieved in Europe, where it has been the best-selling light commercial vehicle for forty years, and in some countries the term "Transit" has passed into common usage as a generic trademark applying to any light commercial van in the Transit's size bracket.
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Common 2018 Ford Transit problems
The 2018 Ford Transit has several common problems reported by owners, which include excessive vibrations, engine misfiring, and exhaust fumes inside the cabin.
Excessive vibrations are the most widespread complaint, affecting around 25,000 miles. This issue is typically caused by the rear differential, which can wear excessively due to heavy loads or frequent towing. Replacing the pinion bearing, which is the most common cause of the problem, costs around $750, depending on local labor rates.
Engine misfiring has also been reported on Transit owners in the first 10,000 miles. Misfires are usually caused by a fouled spark plug. If the van is still under warranty, misfires are typically covered for free. If the van is out of warranty, replacing the spark plugs costs around $400.
Exhaust fumes inside the cabin of the van have been reported on some Transit models in the first 30,000 miles. This issue is usually caused by a leak in the exhaust system. Diagnosing and fixing an exhaust leak costs around $250.
There are 13 recalls on the 2018 Ford Transit, which is more than many other vans on the market. The most serious recall covers a u-joint in the driveshaft which may fail. Ford will replace the driveshaft on affected models for free. Most of the other recalls are for seat backs, which may not stay upright. Ford will replace the backs for free on affected vans as well.
In summary, while the 2018 Ford Transit has some common problems, many of these issues can be addressed with routine maintenance and repairs. Owners should be aware of these potential issues and plan accordingly to maintain their vans and ensure their longevity.
What is the most common problem with Ford Transit?
One of the more prevalent issues faced by Ford Transit owners is turbocharger failure. The turbocharger is responsible for enhancing the engine's performance by forcing more air into the combustion chamber. Over time, wear and tear can lead to issues such as oil leaks or a reduction in turbocharger efficiency.
What is the recall on the 2018 Ford Transit?
2018 Ford Transit-150 Recalls
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2020 Transit vehicles. An incorrect driveshaft torsional damper service kit may have been installed, which can allow the damper shield to contact the parking brake cable, possibly resulting in parking brake failure.
Do Ford Transits have transmission problems?
Ford Transit Years With the Least Reliable Transmissions
The worst year for the Ford Transit transmission was the 2015 version, but the other two aren't far behind. The 2016 and 2017 models are other poor choices for the transmission, frustrating drivers with their faults in this area.
What is considered high mileage for a Ford Transit?
What is high mileage for a Ford Transit? The Ford Transit has an expected mileage of around 150,000 miles. However, if you take good care of your van and ensure that it gets all the regular maintenance it needs, you can expect a mileage of around 300,000 miles.
What is the most common problem with Ford Transit?
One of the more prevalent issues faced by Ford Transit owners is turbocharger failure. The turbocharger is responsible for enhancing the engine's performance by forcing more air into the combustion chamber. Over time, wear and tear can lead to issues such as oil leaks or a reduction in turbocharger efficiency.
What is the recall on the 2018 Ford Transit?
2018 Ford Transit-150 Recalls
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2020 Transit vehicles. An incorrect driveshaft torsional damper service kit may have been installed, which can allow the damper shield to contact the parking brake cable, possibly resulting in parking brake failure.
Do Ford Transits have transmission problems?
Ford Transit Years With the Least Reliable Transmissions
The worst year for the Ford Transit transmission was the 2015 version, but the other two aren't far behind. The 2016 and 2017 models are other poor choices for the transmission, frustrating drivers with their faults in this area.
What is considered high mileage for a Ford Transit?
What is high mileage for a Ford Transit? The Ford Transit has an expected mileage of around 150,000 miles. However, if you take good care of your van and ensure that it gets all the regular maintenance it needs, you can expect a mileage of around 300,000 miles.
2018 Ford Transit car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Ford Transit problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Engine problems
- Power train problems
- Structure problems
- Unknown or other problems
- Electrical system problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 2018 Ford Transit vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 2018 Ford Transit
The NHTSA has received 40 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2018 Ford Transit. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 2018 Ford Transit vehicles.
2024-10-11
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-09-27
- VIN: 1FBAX2CG5JK
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: Exhaust manifold warped/broken stud causing exhaust leak.
2024-06-25
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-06-25
- VIN: 1FTYR2CM8JK
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: Randomly down shifts on its own while driving
2024-06-07
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-04-01
- VIN: 1FBAX2CM1JK
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: The contact owns a 2018 Ford Transit. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, an abnormal squeaking sound would be emitted from the vehicle without warning. The contact stated that the sound went away upon the depression of the brake pedal. Since owning the vehicle, the contact had taken the vehicle to the dealer for an oil change, each time, the contact was informed that both the brake pads and rotors needed to be replaced. The contact stated that the clips needed to keep the brake pads in place fractured approximately 20-50 miles after being replaced. The contact stated that the brake pads and rotors had been replaced several times due to the failure. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and acknowledged the failure; however, no assistance was provided. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 160,000.
2024-03-26
POWER TRAIN,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-05-17
- VIN: 1FBVU4XM5JK
- Components: POWER TRAIN,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ENGINE
- Summary: With this vehicle when driving on highway or interstate once you go past about 40 miles the transmission begins to overheat and when it reaches a temperature of approximately 245° it will kick down into limp mode causing the vehicle to suddenly slow down in front of other traffic. You have to get over to the side of the road and let the transmission cool down before you can continue at a safe pace. This vehicle has been taken multiple times the transmission has been replaced twice. They have replaced the transmission cooler, they have an auxiliary cooler, and the problems still persist. This is very dangerous to be operating when it kicks down tent mode and gears down suddenly. It has been in Fords service shop for over seven months now and we just got it back with the new auxiliary cooler on it and it is still having the same problem.
2024-03-15
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-03-01
- Number Of Injuries: 7
- VIN: 1FBZX2YG8JK
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: The contact owns a 2018 Ford Transit. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the vehicle made an abnormal whistling sound. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where an unknown sensor was replaced, and the check engine warning light was no longer illuminated. Additionally, the contact stated while driving 60 MPH with her husband and 5 children in the vehicle, they all started having severe headaches, were dizzy and her daughter 's ears were ringing. The contact stated that she pulled to the side of the road for a moment. Then she rolled down the windows and drove to the residence. The contact stated that her 5 years old and 8 years old vomited upon arriving at the residence. The contact and her family did not seek medical assistance. The contact stated that they were able to recover after 24 hours. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed that the exhaust manifold bolts were fractured, causing carbon monoxide to leak inside the cabin of the vehicle. The vehicle was not repaired. The dealer was not notified of the failure. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that they aware of the failure and that an improved part had been made. The manufacturer referred the contact to the NHTSA hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 110,000.
2023-12-07
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-11-21
- VIN: 1FTYR1ZG6JK
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: The contact's company owns a 2018 Ford Transit. The contact stated while driving 60 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power. The contact was able to veer to the side of the road. The vehicle was towed to the tow company mechanic, where it was diagnosed that coolant intrusion in the engine had caused the engine to seize. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed the contact to tow the vehicle to the dealer for diagnostic testing. Additionally, the manufacturer referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 90,000.
2023-11-15
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-10-18
- VIN: 1FTYR2CG2JK
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: The vehicle goes into "limp" mode at random and without warning. The driver loses the ability to accelerate even though the engine remains on. This poses a serious safety risk to the driver, passenger and all other drivers on the highway when the driver has lost mechanical control and has to coast to the side of the road out of traffic. This began happening only after 37,000 miles. The throttle body was replaced, however, this is a reoccurring issue on other vehicles of the same type in my fleet posing a major safety threat to my employees and bystanders.
2023-10-24
BACK OVER PREVENTION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-04-01
- VIN: 1FMZK1CM1JK
- Components: BACK OVER PREVENTION
- Summary: Hi, I bought this Ford 150 transit brand new back in 2018. About 6 months ago my rear camera is not working properly, sometimes the screen is dark or the view is real fuzzy hard to see cars when backing up. I called Ford corporation to see if this has a recall , but no such luck. They did file a complaint form of the issue. Will let me know when there is a recall. I'm worried that someday i'm going to back up and hit a car or a person, Also i do use this van for work to transport people. Its hard to see with a large full size transit van. I think this should be a recall for these transit vans its decently a safety problem. Please let me know. Thanks [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
2023-09-13
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-07-16
- VIN: 1FBZX2YG3JK
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: We was going to a week long camp.The individual in the front passenger seat said to the driver that he was not feeling good and told the driver that he was going to take a nap. Before he laid back he looked in the back of the van to check on the kids. As he looked back one kid appeared to be having a seizure. So the driver immediately pulled over. I was following in another van. So I pulled over and went up to the van to see what the issue was and opened the side door. The kids was all hanging there heads sick and vomiting.We hurried and called 911 for help.When the medics got there they informed us of carbon monoxide poisoning. So we took the van to the next town and dropped the van off at the dealership and had to rent another van to go on with our trip. So on our way back home we picked the van back up from the dealership. It was after hours so we called ahead and paid for the repair. They replaced the rear door seal. How ever before we picked it up we purchased a co detector to put in the van. We went a very short distance and the alarm went off. so we had to travel the rest of the way home with the windows down approximately 10 hours. We now have the van at another dealership back closer to home. the dealership is now telling us there is a plug missing under the van and that we need to buy a tail pipe extension that ford has designed to get the exhaust fumes out from under the van. they are also telling us that the vehicle will not pass a state safety inspection with it dumping the exhaust fumes under the van and this will be repaired at our expense. Now my question is if there was not a design flaw why did Ford design a tail pipe extension? Also as i drive down the road I notice all the newer van have an extended tail pipe. Also would the tail pie not be part of the emissions and if it is why would this not be covered by the 8 year 80000 mile emissions warranty? this is a very serious situation. As we talked to a phyishion she said we was minutes from death
2023-08-31
TIRES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-06-12
- Components: TIRES
- Summary: The contact owns a 2018 Ford Transit equipped with Michelin Tires, Tire Line: Agilis CrossClimate C-Metric, Tire Size: 235/65R/16C, and DOT Number: 1FK4107CX. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23T002000 (Tires); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
2023-06-30
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-06-30
- VIN: 1FTBW2CG5JK
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: The cam phasers started giving us issues at 47,000 miles. At the time, Ford told us this was a normal thing with these vehicles and there was no concern. Now that I am at 103,000 miles, the phasers have gotten a lot worse where the vehicle stalls and misfires, along with a loud rattle at startup. Ford will not replace them under warranty now that I am out of warranty, even though I brought the vehicle in while it was in warranty and was told it was normal. This is an extremely common issue with the 3.5L Ecoboost engine, and something needs to be done about it. Ford already has a warranty extension program for the F150. They need to extend that to the other vehicles with the same engine that have the exact same defect.
2023-06-06
STRUCTURE,UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-06-06
- VIN: 1FBAX2CG2JK
- Components: STRUCTURE,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: The right side passenger door opens when driving. The door will not stay latched even when locked. I close the door, pull on it to ensure it is latched, but when I start driving, the door slides open. This is my family vehicle used to transport our children, and is a very dangerous situation.
2023-05-11
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-04-11
- VIN: 1FTYR1ZM4JK
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: The contact owns a 2018 Ford Transit. The contact stated while driving into the driveway, the contact heard an abnormal sound coming from the vehicle. The vehicle was not diagnosed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and stated that the vehicle was not under recall and referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline. The failure was mileage 87,000.
2023-04-27
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-03-07
- Fire: 1
- VIN: 1FDES9PV2JK
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: On March 7, 2023, at approximately 1:45 PM, Bus 437 had caught fire in the engine compartment of the vehicle while sitting in the parking lot. The bus had just came off of a route minutes before & the driver had reported the dash tell tale (warning) lights had come on. The Operator switched the engine off and then noticed smoke coming from the engine compartment area prior to the thermal event. The fire caused significant damage & the vehicle is a total loss; the engine compartment, bus body, interior as well as exterior and top cap of the bus were affected. An independent firm was hire to conduct the fire investigation ( EFI Global, Inc.) & determined the source of the fire to be a power supply from the vehicles jump box; however our history with alternator failures & consumption of these components combined with my mechanical experience leads me to believe that the root cause of this has been overlooked and the alternator failures need to be further investigated for public safety reasons. I have engage the dealer principal (Creative Bus Sales, Inc.) who we purchased the vehicle from whom is working with Ford on this matter. The Alternator is the component that I want investigated & the one in question has not been removed from the vehicle however we did break down 3 alternators from our inventory of failed cores & the findings support my theory as the alternator (diodes) being the culprit of the failures. The cause of the fire is believed to be a situation created when the single alternator overheated causing the diode bridge to fail & alternator to ignite. We have experienced alternator failures on this group of buses since the vehicles inception into the fleet going back to 2018. 38 of these model buses were purchased & placed into service in 2018 & we have replaced 283 alternators since they were placed into service (very high consumption/failure rates).
2023-01-30
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-01-30
- VIN: 1FBAX2CM9JK
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: This is an update on the same problem I reported a year ago...January 2022, it started to shudder during acceleration but it was intermittent. February 2022, it started to occur more. March 2022, it started to do it while cruising at a higher speed on the freeway. Then going up a steep hill one day, it started to shudder and could not exceed more than 30 mph up a very steep hill. The transmission is progressively getting worse...It seems to stay in 1st gear and then jump to 6th gear...and now I smell some burning...There is a recall on the Ford Focus transmission for the same reason...Although it may be a different transmission, the problem is a carbon copy of my Ford transmission...This should be a RECALL ISSUE because it is happening a lot in other documented cases. Please inform us of the steps to get this issue INVESTIGATED and RECALLED.
2022-06-30
POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-05-20
- VIN: 1FTYR2CM6JK
- Components: POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE
- Summary: While I am driving, the battery warning light come up first, then the break system warning light come up, then transmission warning coming up. if I keep vehicle moving after while will get back normal. only when I stop the vehicle then vehicle will shut off can not start. Only when I jump start and will running for while.
2022-06-01
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-01-01
- VIN: 1FBAX2CM9JK
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: Multiple occurrences after traveling on the highway and then slowing down or when coming to a stop, the vehicle autonomously makes one or more very hard downshifts. It is enough to unexpectedly propel the occupants forward in their seats/seatbelts. ...while driving approximately 35-40 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power and went into limp mode. The shuddering and vibrations along with the slipping of gears and the inability to go uphill before it goes into limp mode...The vehicle would not accelerate above 20 MPH. There's a recall on the Ford Focus and the problem is a carbon copy. Reading about other Transit vans having the same problem, I felt that I should make you aware of the issue.
2022-03-28
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-03-28
- VIN: 1FMZK1YM2JK
- Components: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
- Summary: 2018 FORD TRANSIT. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO DEFECTIVE SLIDING DOOR. THE CONSUMER STATED THE SLIDING DOOR WOULD BECOME STUCK. THE DEALER ATTEMPTED TO REPAIR THE SLIDING DOOR ON 5 DIFFERENT OCCASIONS. THE VEHICLE WAS UNDER WARRANTY
2022-01-31
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-01-28
- VIN: 1ftyr3xm4jk
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: This is the second time this has occurred. The van lost sudden power causing me to almost be hit from behind a second time now. This is only 3 months after the initial occurrence. The Ford manufacturer is aware.
2021-10-13
POWER TRAIN,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-10-12
- VIN: 1ftyr3xm4jk
- Components: POWER TRAIN,ENGINE
- Summary: The contact owns a 2018 Ford Transit. The contact stated that while driving approximately 35-40 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power and went into limp mode. The vehicle would not accelerate above 20 MPH. The failure almost caused a collision. The vehicle was towed to the dealer. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired and remained at the dealer. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 44,000.
2021-09-28
BACK OVER PREVENTION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-09-15
- VIN: 1FTYE2CG6JK
- Components: BACK OVER PREVENTION
- Summary: The contact owns a 2018 Ford Transit. The contact stated that the rearview camera would inadvertently turn blue while reversing. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who informed the contact that the vehicle could not be repaired under an unknown recall because the VIN was not included in the recall. The contact stated that the failure reoccurred several times while reversing. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer who informed the contact that they could not duplicate the failure. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and advised the contact to file a complaint with NHTSA. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 26,000.
2021-07-06
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-04-28
- VIN: 1FTYR3XM9JK
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: After two or three hours driving in the high way show in the dashboard panel "TRANSMISSION SERVICE REQUIRED" and lose power it means "traction" driving from 60 MPH goes under 40 MPH
2021-03-30
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-03-30
- VIN: 1FBAX2CM9JK
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: MULTIPLE OCCURRENCES AFTER TRAVELING AT FULL SPEED ON US HWY 76AND THEN SLOWING DOWN OR WHEN COMING TO A STOP, THE VEHICLE AUTONOMOUSLY MAKES ONE OR MORE VERY HARD DOWNSHIFTS. IT IS ENOUGH TO UNEXPECTEDLY PROPEL THE OCCUPANTS FORWARD IN THEIR SEATS/SEATBELTS. AFTER HEARING ABOUT THE POSSIBLE REOPENING OF THE F150 RECALL AND READING ABOUT OTHER TRANSIT VANS HAVING THE SAME PROBLEM, I FELT THAT I SHOULD MAKE YOU AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THANKS, [XXX] INFORMATION Redacted PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6).”
2021-01-02
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-12-07
- VIN: 1FTYR2CM8JK
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: THIS VEHICLES ARE BUILT WITH TWO WENT OPENING ON TOP OF THE ENGINE HOOD. THIS WENT OPENINGS ARE FOR HEAT SYSTEM TO SUCK THE AIR IN FOR HEATING OR DEFROSTING. PROBLEM WITH THIS OPENINGS THEY ARE GETTING BLOCKED WITH SNOW OR ICE IN SNOWY WEATHER AND AREN'T ALLOWING ENOUGH AIR TO ENTER IN TO A VEHICLE TO HEAT IT. YOU CAN SOLVE THIS TURNING THE SWITCH TO INTERIOR CIRCULATION BUT AT THAT TIME ON THIS OPTION DEFROST FUTURE GOING OUT AND THERE IS NO WAY TO DEFROST WINDOWS BASICALLY IF THE WENT OUTSIDE ON TOP OF THE HOOD FROZEN OR BLOCKED WITH SNOW. THIS CREATES DANGEROUS DRIVING CONDITIONS. I REALIZE THIS IN THE LAST BIG SNOW STORM ON NORTHEAST WHERE WE GOT LOT OF SNOW. COMPANY LIKE FORD MOTOR SHOULD NOT MISSED SOMETHING LIKE THAT.
2020-12-28
ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-05-05
- VIN: 1FDBW5PV4JK
- Components: ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: DIESEL ENGINE FAILS CATASTROPHICALLY ON HIGHWAY IN MOTION--FIRST A BLOWN PISTON AT 78K MILES, TURBO FAILED WITHIN 5K MILES OF ENGINE. PRIOR TO THESE FAILURES, BOTH THIS TRUCK AND IT'S TWIN(BOUGHT IDENTICALLY TOGETHER) DEVELOPED LEAKS IN THE RADIATORS...SAME LOCATION. THE SISTER TRUCK IS NOW AT A FORD DEALER WITH A BLOWN ENGINE
2018 Ford Transit recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 13 recalls for different components of the 2018 Ford Transit.
2021-08-11
- Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
- Components: PARKING BRAKE:CONVENTIONAL:MECHANICAL:LINKAGE AND CABLE
- Summary: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2020 Transit vehicles. An incorrect driveshaft torsional damper service kit may have been installed, which can allow the damper shield to contact the parking brake cable, possibly resulting in parking brake failure.
- Consequence: Parking brake failure can result in unintended vehicle movement, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy: Dealers will replace the passenger side parking brake cable with a cable that provides sufficient clearance to the damper shield, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters were mailed on September 24, 2021. Owner notification letters were mailed on March 14, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21S39.
2019-06-11
- Manufacturer: LA West Inc.
- Components: STRUCTURE:EMERGENCY:ESCAPE/EGRESS/EXIT
- Summary: LA West Inc. (LA West) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Ford Transit vehicles modified to be equipped with glass roof hatches. Temperature and vibration stresses may cause the tempered glass roof hatch to shatter.
- Consequence: If the tempered glass roof hatch shatters, glass fragments may fall onto passengers, increasing the risk of an injury.
- Remedy: LA West will notify owners, and dealers will replace the hatch lids, free of charge. The recall began July 11, 2019. Owners may contact LA West customer service at 1-704-498-4940.
2019-04-29
- Manufacturer: New England Wheels
- Components: SEATS
- Summary: New England Wheels (New England) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Ford Transit and 2014-2019 Ram Promaster 2500 and 3500 vehicles modified to be equipped with Freedman Go-ES Foldaway seats. When the back seat cushion is rotated from the stowed position to the upright position, the seat cushion may not remain locked into place when under load, such as in a crash or a sudden stop.
- Consequence: In the event of a crash, if the seat back moves, the seat occupant has an increased risk of injury.
- Remedy: New England has notified owners, directing them to contact Freedman for repairs to the foldaway seats, free of charge. The recall began May 27, 2019. Owners may contact Freedman customer service at 1-800-443-4540 or New England at 1-800-886-9247.
2019-04-26
- Manufacturer: Fenton Mobility Products, Inc.
- Components: SEATS
- Summary: Fenton Mobility Products, Inc. (Fenton Mobility) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Ford Transit vehicles modified to be equipped with Freedman GO-ES Foldaway Seats, part numbers 43705, 45467, 48923, and 75719. When the back seat cushion is rotated from the stowed position to the upright position, the seat cushion may not remain locked into place when under load, such as in a crash or a sudden stop.
- Consequence: In the event of a crash, if the seat back moves, the seat occupant has an increased risk of injury.
- Remedy: Fenton Mobility will notify owners, and a Fenton Mobility technician will repair the foldaway seats, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in June 2019. Owners may contact Fenton Mobility customer service at 1-716-484-7014.
2019-04-18
- Manufacturer: Mobility Transportation Services
- Components: SEATS
- Summary: Mobility Transportation Services (MobilityTrans) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Ford Transit and Ram Promaster vehicles and 2014-2015 Ford Econoline vehicles modified to be equipped with Freedman GO-ES Foldaway Seats, part numbers 43705, 45467, 48923, and 75719. When the back seat cushion is rotated from the stowed position to the upright position, the seat cushion may not remain locked into place when under load, such as in a crash or a sudden stop.
- Consequence: In the event of a crash, if the seat back moves, the seat occupant has an increased risk of injury.
- Remedy: MobilityTrans will notify owners and Freedman Seating dealers will inspect and repair the foldaway seat, free of charge. The recall began May 19, 2019. Owners may contact Mobility Transportation Services customer service at 1-734-453-6452.
2019-03-28
- Manufacturer: Waldoch Crafts, Inc
- Components: SEATS
- Summary: Waldoch Crafts, Inc. (Waldoch) is recalling certain 2018 Ford Transit shuttle vans modified to be equipped with Freedman GO-ES Foldaway Seats, part number 43705. When the back seat cushion is rotated from the stowed position to the upright position, the seat cushion may not remain locked into place when under load, such as in a crash or a sudden stop.
- Consequence: In the event of a crash, if the seat back moves, the seat occupant has an increased risk of injury.
- Remedy: Waldoch will notify owners and dealers will inspect and repair the foldaway seat, free of charge. The recall began September 25, 2020. Owners may contact Waldoch customer service at 1-651-464-3215.
2019-03-28
- Manufacturer: Cabot Coach Builders inc DBA Royale
- Components: SEATS
- Summary: Cabot Coach Builders, Inc. DBA Royale Limousine (Royale) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Ford Transit-based mini-coaches equipped with Freedman GO-ES foldaway seats recalled under 18E-076. When the back seat cushion is rotated from the stowed position to the upright position, the seat cushion may not remain locked into place when under load, such as in a crash or a sudden stop.
- Consequence: In the event of a crash, if the seat back moves, the seat occupant has an increased risk of injury.
- Remedy: Royale will notify owners and dealers will inspect and repair the seat. The recall began June 6, 2019. Owners may contact Royale customer service at 1-800-544-5587.
2019-03-26
- Manufacturer: Vantage Mobility International, LLC
- Components: SEATS
- Summary: Vantage Mobility International, LLC (Vantage) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Ford Transit Van, Mercedes-Benz Sprinter, and 2007 Ford F-250-based shuttle vehicles equipped with Freedman GO-3S foldaway seats. When the back seat cushion is rotated from the stowed position to the upright position, the seat cushion may not remain locked into place when under load, such as in a crash or a sudden stop.
- Consequence: In the event of a crash, if the seat back moves, the seat occupant has an increased risk of injury.
- Remedy: Vantage has notified owners, instructing them to contact Freedman for a repair kit, free of charge. The recall began March 25, 2019. Owners may contact Freedman customer service at 1-800-443-4540.
2019-03-22
- Manufacturer: TransitWorks
- Components: SEATS
- Summary: TransitWorks is recalling certain 2015-2018 Ford Transit, 2018 Ford Transit Connect, and 2016 Dodge Ram ProMaster vehicles modified to be equipped with Freedman Seating GO-ES seats. When the back seat cushion is rotated from the stowed position to the upright position, the seat cushion may not remain locked into place when under load, such as in a crash or a sudden stop.
- Consequence: In the event of a crash, if the seat back moves, the seat occupant has an increased risk of injury.
- Remedy: TransitWorks has notified owners and instructed them to contact Freedman seats for a repair kit. The recall began December 19, 2019. Owners may contact Freedman Seating customer service at 1-800-443-4540 or TransitWorks customer service at 1-855-337-9543.
2019-03-18
- Manufacturer: Quality Van Sales, Inc.
- Components: SEATS
- Summary: Quality Van Sales, Inc. (Quality Van) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Ford Transit and E-350 vehicles modified to be equipped with Freedman GO-ES Foldaway Seat back cushions. The seat cushion may not remain locked into place when under load, such as in a crash or a sudden stop. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 207, "Seating Systems."
- Consequence: In the event of a crash, if the seat back moves, the seat occupant has an increased risk of injury.
- Remedy: Quality Van will notify owners and dealers will inspect and repair the foldaway seat, free of charge. The recall began March 21, 2019. Owners may contact Quality Van customer service at 1-800-408-8550.
2019-03-01
- Manufacturer: Prime-Time Specialty Vehicles
- Components: SEATS
- Summary: Prime-Time Specialty Vehicles (Prime-Time) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Ram ProMaster and Ford Transit vehicles modified to be equipped with Freedman GO-ES Foldaway Seats. When the seat back cushion is rotated from the stowed position to the upright position, the seat cushion may not remain locked into place when under load, such as in a crash or a sudden stop.
- Consequence: In the event of a crash, if the seat back moves, the seat occupant has an increased risk of injury.
- Remedy: Prime-Time Specialty Vehicles has notified owners, and Freedman dealers have inspected and repaired the foldaway seats, free of charge. The recall began November 16, 2018. Owners may contact Freedman customer service at 1-800-443-4540 or Prime-Time Specialty Vehicles at 1-574-293-9191.
2019-02-21
- Manufacturer: XL Hybrids INC
- Components: POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT
- Summary: XL Hybrids, Inc (XL) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Ford Transit vehicles modified to be equipped with XL's electric hybrid system. The cardan (universal) joint on the front driveshaft may fail, possibly causing the front driveshaft to detach.
- Consequence: If the front driveshaft detaches from the vehicle, drive power will be lost, increasing the risk of a crash. The detached driveshaft may also create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash for following traffic.
- Remedy: XL will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front driveshaft with an updated one, free of charge. The recall began April 15, 2019. Owners may contact XL Hybrid's customer service at 1-833-953-5338.
2018-11-06
- Manufacturer: National Van Builders, Inc.
- Components: SEATS
- Summary: National Van Builders, Inc. (National Van) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Ford Transit vehicles equipped with Freedman GO-ES Foldaway Seats, part numbers 43705, 45467, 48923, and 75719. When the back seat cushion is rotated from the stowed position to the upright position, the seat cushion may not remain locked into place when under load, such as in a crash or a sudden stop. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 207, "Seating Systems."
- Consequence: In the event of a crash, if the seat back moves, the seat occupant has an increased risk of injury.
- Remedy: National Van will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and repair the foldaway seat, free of charge. The recall began November 26, 2018. Owners may contact National Van customer service at 1-508-222-2272.
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