repaired · 2026 Q3
Sensing system: camera
Risk. A rearview camera that displays an inverted, distorted, or blank image can reduce the driver’s view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
2017 Ford TransitProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 98 owner complaints about the 2017 Ford Transit, most often about the power train. It is covered by 18 safety recalls, and for recall 18V-782 the manufacturer reports only 1% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through August 6, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: Vauxford, CC BY-SA 4.0.
Complaints by system
Where the 2017 Ford Transit has problems
98 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
40Power train
16Engine
12Electrical system2 crash/fire/injury
6Vehicle speed control
4Steering
4Structure
4Back over prevention
4Service brakes
3Air bags
2314 other systems3 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Power train | 40 | 0 |
| Engine | 16 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 12 | 2 |
| Vehicle speed control | 6 | 0 |
| Steering | 4 | 0 |
| Structure | 4 | 0 |
| Back over prevention | 4 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 4 | 0 |
| Air bags | 3 | 3 |
| 14 other systems | 23 | 3 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
18 recalls
2017 Ford Transit recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2023 Q4
Mechanical: linkage and cable
Risk. Parking brake failure can result in unintended vehicle movement, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2022 Q1
Driveline: driveshaft
Risk. If the coupling fails, the vehicle will not be able to move under its own power and the disconnected driveshaft may impact and damage the brake and fuel lines.
repaired · 2020 Q1
Seats
Risk. In the event of a crash, if the seat back moves, the seat occupant has an increased risk of injury.
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no report yet
Seats
Risk. In the event of a crash, if the seat back moves, the seat occupant has an increased risk of injury.
no report yet
Seats
Risk. In the event of a crash, if the seat back moves, the seat occupant has an increased risk of injury.
no report yet
Equipment adaptive/mobility
Risk. If the wheelchair lift platform stops above the vehicle floor, the wheelchair user can tip inwards toward the vehicle when exiting the lift, increasing their…
repaired · 2019 Q2
Seats
Risk. In the event of a crash, if the seat back moves, the seat occupant has an increased risk of injury.
repaired · 2020 Q2
Seats
Risk. In the event of a crash, if the seat back moves, the seat occupant has an increased risk of injury.
repaired · 2023 Q4
Seats
Risk. In the event of a crash, if the seat back moves, the seat occupant has an increased risk of injury.
repaired · 2020 Q3
Seats
Risk. In the event of a crash, if the seat back moves, the seat occupant has an increased risk of injury.
no report yet
Equipment adaptive/mobility
Risk. If the wheelchair lift platform stops above the vehicle floor, the wheelchair user can tip inwards toward the vehicle when exiting the lift, increasing their…
repaired · 2018 Q4
Seats
Risk. In the event of a crash, if the seat back moves, the seat occupant has an increased risk of injury.
repaired · 2020 Q3
Driveline: driveshaft
Risk. If the front driveshaft detaches from the vehicle, drive power will be lost, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2020 Q2
Seats
Risk. In the event of a crash, if the seat back moves, the seat occupant has an increased risk of injury.
repaired · 2019 Q3
Electrical system: wiring
Risk. An electrical short can increase the risk of a fire.
repaired · 2019 Q2
Electrical system: wiring
Risk. An electrical short can increase the risk of a fire.
repaired · 2019 Q3
Driveline: driveshaft
Risk. If the coupling fails, the vehicle will not be able to move under its own power and the disconnected driveshaft may impact and damage the brake and fuel lines.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Ford.
Mileage at failure
When do power train problems start?
106kmiles, median
Based on the odometer reading in 21 power train complaints. 48% were reported before 100,000 miles.
1under 30k miles10under 100k miles11100k miles or more
Best & worst years
2017 vs. every other Transit year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the Transit median. How we score
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- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
NHTSA crash tests
2017 Ford Transit safety ratings
2017 Ford Transit VAN RWD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
- Stability control: Standard
- Forward collision warning: No
- Lane departure warning: Optional
1 investigation
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal investigations that included the 2017 Ford Transit, and the recalls they led to.
- Zipcar Rental ConcernsNo recall
In owners' words
What Transit owners report
Recent power train complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
I have had many issues with this vehicle. The engine leaks oil onto the exhaust causing the engine to smoke, the engine uses antifreeze, the transmission will downshift at highway speeds to such a low gear that I need to put the van into neutral so that the engine doesn't blow up. It uses brakes…
The contact owns a 2017 Ford Transit. The contact stated that while driving at 50 MPH, the transmission unexpectedly downshifted. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was able to restart. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed, and determined that the…
The contact owns a 2017 Ford Transit. The contact stated that the vehicle was repaired under NHTSA Campaign Number: 17V408000 (Power Train). The contact stated that while his daughter-in-law was driving approximately 60-70 MPH down the interstate, there was an abnormally loud, unidentifiable sound…
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