2021 Ford Transit recalls

4 safety recalls, 144 owner complaints and a 4-star NHTSA crash rating. Official NHTSA data.

4Recalls
144Complaints
12Crashes & fires reported
4/5NHTSA overall rating

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2021 Ford Transit recall list

Equipment Adaptive/Mobility recall

25V-876
December 18, 2025 · Rollx Vans
Problem
Rollx Vans (Rollx) is recalling certain GMC Yukon, Sierra, Chevrolet Express 2500, Ford Transit, E-250, Toyota Sienna, Sienna Hybrid, Honda Odyssey, Chrysler Town and Country, Voyager, Pacifica, Dodge Grand Caravan, and Ram Promaster vehicles equipped with QRT-Deluxe and QRT-Max wheelchair restraints. Please refer to Rollx's recall report for specific model year information. The retractors may not lock, preventing the wheelchair from being properly secured.
Safety risk
An unsecured wheelchair can move during transit, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
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. Owners may contact Rollx's customer service at 1-800-956-6668.

Back Over Prevention recall

25V-442
June 27, 2025 · Ford Motor Company
Problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2022 Transit Connect, 2019-2020 MKZ, MKX, Edge, Continental, F-150, Nautilus, Fusion, 2019-2023 Ranger, Mustang, 2020-2021 EcoSport, Expedition, Navigator, 2020-2022 Escape, F-250 SD, Corsair, 2020-2023 Aviator, Transit, 2020-2024 Explorer, 2021-2024 Bronco Sport, and 2022-2024 Maverick vehicles. 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.
Safety risk
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.
Remedy
Dealers will update the rearview camera software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 4, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S72.

Fuel System, Gasoline recall

23V-499
July 19, 2023 · QUALITY VANS
Problem
Quality Vans (Quality Vans) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Ford Transit vans equipped with Onan QG 2800i EVAP generators, part number 2.8HGLAA-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.
Safety risk
A gasoline leak in the presence of an ignition source may increase the risk of fire.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the fuel hose and clamps as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 4, 2023. Owners may contact Quality Vans customer service at 1-480-464-7007.

Seat Belts recall

21V-592
July 30, 2021 · Ford Motor Company
Problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Transit and 2021 Transit Connect vehicles. The front passenger seat belt automatic locking retractor (ALR) may deactivate early, which can prevent the child restraint system from securing properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Safety risk
An unsecured child restraint system can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the front passenger seat belt assembly, and replace the assembly as necessary, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters were mailed on September 14, 2021. Owner notification letters were mailed on December 30, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21C18.

2021 Ford Transit owner complaints

144 complaints filed with NHTSA, including 12 crashes, 0 fires, 12 injuries and 0 deaths.

Problems by component

Power Train36
Unknown or Other30
Wheels30
Electrical System18
Suspension18
Seat Belts12
Tires12
Visibility/Wiper12
Equipment Adaptive/Mobility6
Visibility6

Recent complaints

October 11, 2026Unknown or OtherEquipment Adaptive/Mobility

We are writing to formally escalate catastrophic and highly dangerous safety failure issues involving a Braun Millenium Lift, hydraulic oil explosion, failure of the emergency back up pump, severe structural defects, a sagging floor near wheelchair tie downs and the rear passenger seat and a four year pattern of negligence from the dealer that installed Braun Lift. We had the van into dealer about this issue many times. They adjusted something and would say every things ok. In August 2026 my husband took van in for maintenance and service manager told him she had 3 of her men stand on lift and it went up fine. It was a continuous issue. On 9/24/26 after leaving a restaurant our paralyzed dau

June 3, 2026Seat Belts

The passenger side seat belt locks up at unusual times. Passenger can’t reach anything because they are locked in their seat. The seatbelt has locked up numerous times however the mechanic can’t repeat the problem in the shop. Yes is has been reported and investigated by TASCA Ford, 1300 Pontiac Ave., Cranston, RI. No indications before the seatbelt locks up.

April 13, 2026Visibility

The contact owns a 2021 Ford Transit. The contact stated that while parked and having an oil change sticker applied to the top of the driver's side windshield, the glass detached half an inch and water had since entered the vehicle through the crack. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 92,000.

January 14, 2026Electrical System

Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2021 Ford Transit. It was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was a dealer sale. At the time of purchase, the vehicle mileage was 33,000; and at the time of registration, it was discovered that the mileage was 320,000.

December 4, 2025Air BagsCrash2 injuries

The contact owned a 2021 Ford Transit. The contact stated that while driving the 2021 Thor Gemini at 65 MPH in the wind, the wind veered the vehicle off the road. The vehicle rolled over and down an embankment when it came to a stop. No warning lights were illuminated. The side curtain air bag and front passenger-side air bags deployed. However, the driver-side air bags did not deploy. A police report was filed. The contact and his wife were taken to the hospital via ambulance. The contact sustained a concussion, while the contact's wife was severely injured in the right eye due to the air bag and sustained a concussion. The vehicle was towed to Ricky's Towing, a local towing yard. The insur

2021 Ford Transit crash test ratings

VersionOverallFrontalSideRollover
2021 Ford Transit Van VAN RWDNot rated★★★★★Not ratedNot rated
2021 Ford Transit Low Roof (8,10,12) Pass WAGON AWDNot rated★★★★★★★★★★Not rated
2021 Ford Transit Low Roof (8,10,12) Pass WAGON RWD★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★
2021 Ford Transit Low Roof 15 Pass WAGON AWDNot rated★★★★★★★★★★Not rated
2021 Ford Transit Low Roof 15 Pass WAGON RWD★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★
2021 Ford Transit Medium Roof 15 Pass WAGON AWDNot rated★★★★★★★★★★Not rated

Driver aids on the tested 2021 Ford Transit: electronic stability control standard, forward collision warning standard, lane departure warning standard.

2021 Ford Transit recall FAQ

Does the 2021 Ford Transit have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2021 Ford Transit. The most recent, filed December 18, 2025, concerns the equipment adaptive/mobility.

What are the most common 2021 Ford Transit problems?

Owners have filed 144 complaints with NHTSA. The most reported area is power train (36 reports), followed by unknown or other.

Is the 2021 Ford Transit safe?

The 2021 Ford Transit earned up to a 4-star overall safety rating in NHTSA’s New Car Assessment Program crash tests.

How do I get a recall fixed on my 2021 Ford Transit?

Contact any authorized Ford dealer. Recall repairs are free, even if you are not the original owner or the warranty has expired.

This page combines NHTSA records for: Transit Van, Transit LOW Roof (8,10,12) Pass, Transit LOW Roof 15 Pass, Transit Medium Roof (8,10,12) Pass, Transit Medium Roof 15 Pass, Transit High Roof (8,10,12) Pass, Transit High Roof 15 Pass.