2020 Ford Transit
This year had 30% to 100% more complaints than this model's typical year.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2001 | 1 |
| 2014 | 3 |
| 2015 | 188 |
| 2016 | 151 |
| 2017 | 95 |
| 2018 | 55 |
| 2019 | 36 |
| 2020 | 82 |
| 2021 | 23 |
| 2022 | 36 |
| 2023 | 53 |
| 2024 | 26 |
| 2025 | 2 |
| 2026 | 4 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
33% of complaints: seats — 27 distinct reports on file.
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NHTSA ODI report, 20220124
21% of complaints: power train — 17 distinct reports on file.
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NHTSA ODI report, 20220124
15% of complaints: electrical system — 12 distinct reports on file.
FIRE7% of complaints: steering — 6 distinct reports on file.
6% of complaints: wheels — 5 distinct reports on file.
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While driving on the freeway at about 75 mph, the rear passenger tire exploded causing our driver to almost lose control of the vehicle before coming to a stop on the side of the road. No lamps or warnings were given.
NHTSA ODI report, 20230929
SAFETY TIMELINE
TransitWorks is recalling certain Driverge vehicles based on 2019-2020 Ford Transit vans equipped with Freedman Seating Company (FSC) PT Foldaway and GO-ES 3-point Foldaway seats.
Remedy: 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.
Campaign 20V222000 — check if this car was fixed
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.
Remedy: National Van Builders will notify owners, and dealers will replace the retractors, free of charge. The recall began May 19, 2020.
Campaign 20V250000 — check if this car was fixed
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 Escape and Transit vehicles.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the side curtain air bag modules, free of charge. An interim letter notifying owners of the safety risk was mailed August 3, 2020. The recall began January 11, 2021.
Campaign 20V415000 — check if this car was fixed
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 Ford F-150, F-250, F-350, F-450, F-550, Explorer, Mustang, Transit, Expedition, Escape, Ranger and Edge, and Lincoln Nautilus and Corsair vehicles.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rearview camera, free of charge. The recall began November 17, 2020. Remedy became available on February 1, 2021. Owner notification letters were mailed on February 1, 2021.
Campaign 20V575000 — check if this car was fixed
Rearview Camera FMVSS 111 Noncompliance
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 Transit vehicles equipped with All Wheel Drive (AWD).
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the driveshaft bolts. If any loose bolts are found, the driveshaft, attachment hardware, transfer case flange kit, and seal will also be replaced. Repairs will be performed free of charge.
Campaign 21V978000 — check if this car was fixed
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2020 Transit vehicles.
Remedy: 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.
Campaign 21V631000 — check if this car was fixed
Quality Vans (Quality Vans) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Ford Transit vans equipped with Onan QG 2800i EVAP generators, part number 2.8HGLAA-8303A.
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.
Campaign 23V499000 — check if this car was fixed
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,...
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.
Campaign 25V442000 — check if this car was fixed
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...
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.
Campaign 25V876000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2020 Ford Transit — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for seats issues (27 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for power train issues (17 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (12 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 20V222000 (seat belts) has been completed.
- Verify recall 20V250000 (seat belts) has been completed.
- Verify recall 20V415000 (air bags) has been completed.
- Verify recall 20V575000 (back over prevention) has been completed.
- Verify recall 21V978000 (power train) has been completed.
- Verify recall 21V631000 (parking brake) has been completed.
- Verify recall 23V499000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
- Verify recall 25V442000 (back over prevention) has been completed.
- Verify recall 25V876000 (equipment adaptive/mobility) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2020 Ford Transit reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2020 Ford Transit is rated "worse than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2020 Ford Transit?
The most-reported component is seats, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2020 Ford Transit have?
9 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.