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ProblemsByVin File / 2015-FORD-TRANSIT
2015 · ford

ford Transit problems

7 safety recalls. 184 owner complaints. We mapped every trouble spot before you sign the papers.

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Reliability score
6.4 / 10

Average for the segment. Some recurring trouble spots worth knowing about.

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Top trouble spots 8 categories with 3+ complaints

powertrain
68 reports · avg $2,500
moderate
engine
26 reports · avg $3,100
moderate
electrical
16 reports · avg $850
severe
body
8 reports · avg $1,500
moderate
steering
7 reports · avg $700
moderate
brakes
6 reports · avg $450
moderate
fuel system
5 reports · avg $1,200
moderate
suspension
5 reports · avg $900
moderate

What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim

2015 Transit · powertrain
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS 2015 FORD TRANSIT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FRONT DRIVESHAFT WAS REPLACED UNDER NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 19V767000 (POWER TRAIN). AFTER THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED, IT WAS NOTICED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH, THE VEHICLE MADE AN ABNORMAL SQUEAKING…
12/31/2020 · NHTSA ODI #11385804.0
2015 Transit · engine
ENGINE WOULD STALL WHILE DRIVING AND DOESN'T WANT TO START THIS HAPPENED THREE TIMES ONCE WHILE DRIVING. THIRD TIME IT HAD TO TOWED AWAY . LOOKS LIKE FUEL NOT GETTING TO THE ENGINE OR PROBLEM WITH FUEL SYSTEM
12/20/2018 · NHTSA ODI #11162651.0
2015 Transit · electrical
WHILE I WAS DRIVING, ALL THE DASHBOARD GAUGES QUIT WORKING AND THE LIGHTS WENT OFF. I WAS DRIVING AT NIGHT SO IT WAS A LITTLE CONCERNING SINCE I COULDN'T SEE ANYTHING ON MY DASHBOARD AND THE SPEEDOMETER WASN'T WORKING. I WAS TOLD THE BODY CONTROL MODULE IS BAD AND AFTER LOOKING…
12/17/2020 · NHTSA ODI #11383990.0
2015 Transit · fuel system
The contact owns a 2015 Ford Transit. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine warning light illuminated, and the vehicle lost motive power. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed with a fractured front windshield cowl. In…
12/16/2024 · NHTSA ODI #11630974.0

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Active recalls showing 3 of 7

severe NHTSA 16V350000 24/05/2016

New England Wheels (New England) is recalling certain model year 2006-2014 Ford E-250, E-350, and 2015 Ford Transit vans equipped with certain model S2005, S2010, S5005, S5010, S5505, and S5510 wheelchair lifts by Ricon

If the platform side plates crack or the platform mounting fails from out-of-position bearings, the lift platform can separate from the lift and come to rest against the vehicle's lift door. When the vehicle's doors are opened, the platform may fall onto the lift operator, increasing their risk of injury.

Fix: New England will notify owners, and Ricon dealers will inspect the link arms for damage or for displaced bearings. The platform will be inspected for cracks. Any damaged parts will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began on June 29, 2016. Owners may contact New England customer service at 1-800-886-9247. New England's number for this recall is 16E-020.
severe NHTSA 15V865000 22/12/2015

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2015 Ford Transit vehicles manufactured May 1, 2015, to June 26, 2015, and equipped with dual rear wheels

A loss of drive power or vehicle rollaway after being parked can increase the risk of a vehicle crash.

Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the left and right axle drive shafts, free of charge. The recall began February 9, 2016. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 15S37.
severe NHTSA 16V331000 20/05/2016

National Van Builders, Inc

If the platform side plates crack or the platform mounting fails from out-of-position bearings, the lift platform can separate from the lift and come to rest against the vehicle's lift door. When the vehicle's doors are opened, the platform may fall onto the lift operator, increasing their risk of injury.

Fix: National Van will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the link arms for damage or for displaced bearings. The platform will be inspected for cracks. Any damaged parts will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began on June 15, 2016. Owners may contact National Van customer service at 1-800-527-7477. National Van's number for this recall is Ricon 2016.
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Common questions

Is the 2015 Ford Transit reliable?

It's got known weak points. With a reliability score of 6.4 out of 10 based on 184 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2015 Ford Transit has a higher-than-average rate of reported issues. The areas to watch are listed above. Whether it's worth owning depends on price, condition, and how much repair exposure you can absorb.

What's the most common problem on the 2015 Ford Transit?

Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is powertrain, with 68 complaints filed. Average repair cost runs about $2,500 at an independent shop.

What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?

The powertrain is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $2,500 at an independent shop. Catching early warning signs can sometimes extend life by 20–30,000 miles.

How do I check if my Ford Transit has open recalls?

Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.

Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2015 Ford Transit?

Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 184 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $2,500, one major failure more than pays for it. The catch is reading the contract — many providers exclude wear items and require pre-authorization, so cheaper plans aren't always better value.

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