2023 Ford Transit: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2023 Ford Transit: 18 recalls, 59 owner complaints and up to 26 mpg combined.
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Recalls
18 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Electrical, Visibility (wipers, glass) Vehicle recall #22V791000 · 2022 · 31,339 vehicles
What's wrong: The heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning (HVAC) system's controls, including those for defog and defrost, May become inoperative.
Why it matters: 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.
The fix: Dealers will update the remote climate control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on November 11, 2022.
Fuel system Vehicle recall #23V071000 · 2023 · 1,159 vehicles
What's wrong: The fuel tank grade vent valve May not be properly welded to the fuel tank shell, which can result in a fuel leak.
Why it matters: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
The fix: Dealers will replace the fuel tank, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 28, 2023.
Visibility (wipers, glass) Vehicle recall #23V122000 · 2023 · 4,804 vehicles
What's wrong: When the accessory kit is installed, the auxiliary wire harness will disable the heating, air-conditioning, and ventilation (HVAC) including the defrost and defog systems. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 103, "windshield defrosting and defogging systems."
Why it matters: An inoperative windshield defrosting and defogging system May decrease the driver's visibility under certain driving conditions, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will repair the auxiliary wire harness by modifying the wire harness to include the necessary twisted loop, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 20, 2023.
Fuel system Vehicle recall #23V499000 · 2023 · 10 vehicles
What's wrong: 8hglaa-8303a. The fuel hose between the inline fuel filter and the injection pump module (ipm) May not be properly secured, which can cause a gas leak.
Why it matters: A gasoline leak in the presence of an ignition source May increase the risk of fire.
The fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the fuel hose and clamps as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 4, 2023.
Backup camera Vehicle recall #23V598000 · 2023 · 177,402 vehicles
What's wrong: The rearview camera, or 360-degree view camera if equipped, May not display a rearview image when the vehicle is placed in reverse.
Why it matters: Loss of the rearview camera image can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will replace the rearview camera, and update the software and wiring as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 20, 2023 to Lincoln owners. Ford vehicle owners notification letters were mailed March 4, 2024. Ford remedy parts are anticipated 2nd quarter…
Transmission & drivetrain Vehicle recall #24V102000 · 2024 · 113,320 vehicles
What's wrong: 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.
Why it matters: Wheel lock-up or driveshaft separation can result in a loss of drive power. A disconnected driveshaft can also result in a roll away when the vehicle is in park without the parking brake applied. Any of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will inspect the rear axle, and replace the axle bearings or axle assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 4, 2024.
Tires Vehicle recall #24V226000 · 2024 · 1,902 vehicles
What's wrong: The tires May contact the front wheel arch liner and body flange, causing damage to the tires.
Why it matters: 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.
The fix: Dealers will replace the tires, tire placard, and certification label, and also recalibrate the vehicle, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on March 26, 2025.
Steering Vehicle recall #24V542000 · 2024 · 1,902 vehicles
What's wrong: The electronic power assist steering (epas) ground eyelet joint May experience corrosion, which can result in a loss of power steering assist.
Why it matters: A loss of power steering assist can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will install a new epas ground pigtail kit, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on January 10, 2025.
Steering Vehicle recall #24V591000 · 2024 · 1,902 vehicles
What's wrong: 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.
Why it matters: A loss of steering control can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will replace the steering column intermediate shaft bolt, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on February 14, 2025.
Transmission & drivetrain Vehicle recall #24V805000 · 2024 · 1,075 vehicles
What's wrong: 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.
Why it matters: 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. In addition, the vehicle May roll in park if the parking brake is not applied. Any of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will inspect the rear axle shaft bolts, replace incorrect bolts as necessary, and fill the differential fluid if needed, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 13, 2024.
Visibility (wipers, glass) Vehicle recall #25V168000 · 2025 · 471 vehicles
What's wrong: The heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning (HVAC) system's controls, including those for defog and defrost, May become inoperative.
Why it matters: 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.
The fix: Dealers will update the remote climate control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 21, 2025.
Backup camera Vehicle recall #25V242000 · 2025 · 4,625 vehicles
What's wrong: The rearview camera, or 360-degree view camera if equipped, May not display a rearview image when the vehicle is placed in reverse.
Why it matters: Loss of the rearview camera image can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will update the rearview camera software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 23, 2025. Ford's number for this recall is 25s38.
Backup camera Vehicle recall #25V315000 · 2025 · 1,076,138 vehicles
What's wrong: A software error May cause the rearview camera image to delay, freeze, or not display when the vehicle is in reverse.
Why it matters: A frozen or missing rearview camera image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: The accessory protocol interface module (apim) software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air update, free of charge. This will be a phased campaign, with the remedy becoming available in different phases based on model and model years. Interim letters notifying owners of the…
Electrical Vehicle recall #25V339000 · 2025 · 3,506 vehicles
What's wrong: The instrument panel cluster May not properly illuminate warning lights or gauges. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 101, "control and displays."
Why it matters: An instrument panel that does not illuminate critical safety information, such as the speedometer or warning lights, can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will update the instrument panel cluster software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 23, 2025.
Backup camera Vehicle recall #25V442000 · 2025 · 200,237 vehicles
What's wrong: A software error May cause the rearview camera to display a blank image, or the image May remain on the display after the backing event has ended.
Why it matters: A rearview camera that displays a blank image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle. A rearview image that continues to be displayed after the vehicle is shifted out of reverse May distract the driver. Both of these situations can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will update the rearview camera software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 4, 2025.
Steering, Tires Vehicle recall #25V623000 · 2025 · 212 vehicles
What's wrong: An incorrect steering coupler cover and tires that were not designed for the vehicle May have been installed during a previous repair.
Why it matters: 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 of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will inspect and if necessary, replace the tires, tire placard, and certification label, and also recalibrate the vehicle. Additionally, dealers will remove the steering coupler cover. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 10, 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.
Body & structure Vehicle recall #26V061000 · 2026 · 1,403 vehicles
What's wrong: 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.
Why it matters: A loss of drive power or brake failure increases the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will replace the cross member fasteners, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 22, 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
- Electrical (14): the most common themes are electrical failure (4), stalls / loses power (2).
- Transmission & drivetrain (13): the most common themes are warning light on (5), noise or vibration (4), hard / delayed shifting (4).
- Backup camera (9): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Other / unknown (9): the most common themes are stalls / loses power (2).
The 2023 Ford Transit has 59 owner complaints, ranking #5 of 15 Transit model years for complaints (about average; the typical year has 52). Complaints peaked in 2024 (20 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 2 years old, at a median of 27,229 miles. Neighboring years: 2022 (38 complaints, 16 recalls), 2024 (28 complaints, 10 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0 L 4-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Front-Wheel Drive | 24 | 28 | 26 | Regular |
| 2.0 L 4-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Front-Wheel Drive | 24 | 26 | 25 | Regular |
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FAQ
Does the 2023 Ford Transit have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 18 vehicle recalls for the 2023 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 2023 Ford Transit problems?
Owners have filed 59 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are electrical (14), transmission & drivetrain (13), backup camera (9).
What gas mileage does the 2023 Ford Transit get?
EPA ratings run up to 26 mpg combined (2.0 L, Automatic (S8)), across 2 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2023 Ford Transit repair manual?
eManualOnline sells downloadable manuals, Mitchell 1 DIY and ALLDATAdiy sell online access to factory repair data, and Haynes sells printed guides and online access. Pick a download if you want to keep it, or a subscription for wiring diagrams and TSBs.