repaired · 2026 Q3
Structure: frame and members
NewRisk. A loss of drive power or brake failure increases the risk of a crash.
2023 Ford TransitProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 61 owner complaints about the 2023 Ford Transit, most often about the power train. It is covered by 18 safety recalls, and for recall 25V-623 the manufacturer reports only 19% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through October 29, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0.
Complaints by system
Where the 2023 Ford Transit has problems
61 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
14Power train1 crash/fire/injury
14Electrical system
9Back over prevention1 crash/fire/injury
8Engine
6Steering
5Wheels
4Structure
3Tires
3Lane departure
139 other systems1 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Power train | 14 | 1 |
| Electrical system | 14 | 0 |
| Back over prevention | 9 | 1 |
| Engine | 8 | 0 |
| Steering | 6 | 0 |
| Wheels | 5 | 0 |
| Structure | 4 | 0 |
| Tires | 3 | 0 |
| Lane departure | 3 | 1 |
| 9 other systems | 13 | 1 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
18 recalls
2023 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 · 2026 Q3
Latch/anchor:
NewRisk. An unsecured wheelchair can move during transit, increasing the risk of injury.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Steering
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…
repaired · 2026 Q3
Back over prevention: software
Risk. A rearview camera that displays a blank image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle.
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repaired · 2026 Q3
Electrical system: instrument cluster/panel
Risk. An instrument panel that does not illuminate critical safety information, such as the speedometer or warning lights, can increase the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Back over prevention: software
Risk. A frozen or missing rearview camera image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Sensing system: camera
Risk. Loss of the rearview camera image can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Visibility: defroster/defogger/hvac system
Risk. Loss of the ability to control the defrost or defog function decreases the driver's visibility under certain driving conditions, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Axle assembly: axle shaft
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.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Steering: column
Risk. A loss of steering control can increase the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Steering: electric power assist system
Risk. A loss of power steering assist can increase the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2026 Q3
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.
repaired · 2025 Q4
Driveline: driveshaft
Risk. Wheel lock-up or driveshaft separation can result in a loss of drive power.
repaired · 2025 Q3
Sensing system: camera
Risk. Loss of the rearview camera image can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2024 Q2
Delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Risk. A gasoline leak in the presence of an ignition source may increase the risk of fire.
repaired · 2025 Q1
Visibility: defroster/defogger/hvac system
Risk. An inoperative windshield defrosting and defogging system may decrease the driver's visibility under certain driving conditions, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2024 Q4
Storage: tank assembly
Risk. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
repaired · 2024 Q3
Electrical system: instrument cluster/panel
Risk. Loss of the ability to control the defrost or defog function decreases the driver's visibility under certain driving conditions, increasing the risk of a crash.
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.
Best & worst years
2023 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
In owners' words
What Transit owners report
Recent power train complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
I purchased a new [XXX] on XXX from La Mesa Rec Van in [XXX]. The RV is a built on a 2023 Ford Transit Trail 350 chassis, but the vehicle is registered as 2025 as [XXX] completed the conversion to a Class B motorhome in XXX. Upon purchase, it was not disclosed to me by Ford or La Mesa Rec Van in…
Transmission, drive shaft and rear axle "grenaded" and shut down the vehicle. Symptoms included erratic shifting at highway speed, clunking sounds, hard downshifts at low speeds, mis-shifting gears causing performance issues. No warning lights. Codes appeared in FordPass app after vehicle shut down.
The contact owns a 2023 Ford Transit. The contact stated that while in drive, the transmission slammed into fourth gear. The hill assist feature was activated during the failure. The contact believed that the failure was caused by an inoperable back over prevention camera. The local dealer was…
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