2019 Ford Transit: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2019 Ford Transit: 9 recalls, 37 owner complaints and up to 16 mpg combined.
Recalls
9 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Transmission & drivetrain, Transmission & drivetrain Vehicle recall #19V103000 · 2019 · 174 vehicles
What's wrong: The cardan (universal) joint on the front driveshaft May fail, possibly causing the front driveshaft to detach.
Why it matters: 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.
The fix: Xl will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front driveshaft with an updated one, free of charge. The recall began April 15, 2019.
Seats Vehicle recall #19V229000 · 2019 · 776 vehicles
What's wrong: 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.
Why it matters: In the event of a crash, if the seat back moves, the seat occupant has an increased risk of injury.
The fix: Transitworks has notified owners and instructed them to contact freedman seats for a repair kit. The recall began December 19, 2019.
Body & structure Vehicle recall #19V439000 · 2019 · 15 vehicles
What's wrong: 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.
Why it matters: If the tempered glass roof hatch shatters, glass fragments May fall onto passengers, increasing the risk of an injury.
The fix: La west will notify owners, and dealers will replace the hatch lids, free of charge. The recall began July 11, 2019.
Seat belts Vehicle recall #20V222000 · 2020 · 205 vehicles
What's wrong: The seat belt retractor block out zone May have not been set correctly, potentially resulting in a seat belt that May not properly secure the occupant. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (fmvss) number 209, "seat belt assemblies."
Why it matters: An unsecured occupant has an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.
The fix: Transitworks will notify owners, and dealers will replace the retractors, free of charge. The recall began May 13, 2020. Dealers can contact freedman seating company for parts and reimbursement information at 1-800-443-4540.
Seat belts Vehicle recall #20V250000 · 2020 · 5 vehicles
What's wrong: National van builders, Inc. (national van builders) is recalling certain vehicles based on 2019-2020 Ford transit and 2019 Ram promaster vans equipped with freedman go-es foldaway seats. The seat belt retractor block out zone May have not been set correctly, potentially resulting in a seat belt that May not properly secure the occupant. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor…
Why it matters: An unsecured occupant has an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.
The fix: National van builders will notify owners, and dealers will replace the retractors, free of charge. The recall began May 19, 2020.
Suspension Vehicle recall #21V324000 · 2021 · 2,503 vehicles
What's wrong: The wheel mounting surface of the axle flange May be warped and cause the wheel studs to fracture.
Why it matters: Fractured studs May allow the wheel to detach, increasing the risk of crash.
The fix: Dealers will inspect and if necessary, replace the rear axle shaft assembly, axle shaft mounting bolts, and rear wheel lug nuts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 28, 2021.
Parking brake Vehicle recall #21V631000 · 2021 · 30 vehicles
What's wrong: 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.
Why it matters: Parking brake failure can result in unintended vehicle movement, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: 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.
Backup camera Vehicle recall #25V572000 · 2025 · 1,456,417 vehicles
What's wrong: The rearview camera May display a distorted, inverted, or blank image when the vehicle is in reverse.
Why it matters: A rearview camera that displays an inverted, distorted, or blank image can reduce the driverâs view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the rearview camera as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 13, 2026. Ford owners will receive letters in phases, beginning January 2026 and June 2026.
Equipment Adaptive/Mobility Vehicle recall #25V876000 · 2025 · 86 vehicles
What's wrong: Please refer to rollx's recall report for specific model year information. The retractors May not lock, preventing the wheelchair from being properly secured.
Why it matters: An unsecured wheelchair can move during transit, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix: Rollx will work with q'straint to inspect and replace the retractors as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 5, 2026.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 0 mention a fire, 0 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Other / unknown (7): the most common themes are stalls / loses power (2), noise or vibration (2).
- Brakes (6): the most common themes are noise or vibration (3), brake failure / soft pedal (2).
- Electrical (5): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Speed control / throttle (4): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
The 2019 Ford Transit has 37 owner complaints, ranking #8 of 15 Transit model years for complaints (about average; the typical year has 52). Complaints peaked in 2024 (8 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 4 years old, at a median of 40,000 miles. Neighboring years: 2018 (58 complaints, 14 recalls), 2020 (84 complaints, 9 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic (S6) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 15 | 19 | 16 | Regular |
| 3.7 L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 14 | 18 | 15 | Gasoline or E85 |
| 3.7 L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 14 | 18 | 15 | Regular |
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FAQ
Does the 2019 Ford Transit have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 9 vehicle recalls for the 2019 Ford Transit. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2019 Ford Transit problems?
Owners have filed 37 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are other / unknown (7), brakes (6), electrical (5).
What gas mileage does the 2019 Ford Transit get?
EPA ratings run up to 16 mpg combined (3.5 L, Automatic (S6)), across 3 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2019 Ford Transit repair manual?
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