2021 Ford Transit
Only 23 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
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.
Only 23 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2001 | 1 |
| 2014 | 3 |
| 2015 | 192 |
| 2016 | 154 |
| 2017 | 98 |
| 2018 | 56 |
| 2019 | 37 |
| 2020 | 83 |
| 2021 | 23 |
| 2022 | 37 |
| 2023 | 56 |
| 2024 | 28 |
| 2025 | 2 |
| 2026 | 5 |
| 2027 | 0 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Only 23 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
6 of 23 total reports mention: power train, most commonly citing axle assembly.
5 of 23 total reports mention: wheels, most commonly citing hub.
3 of 23 total reports mention: suspension.
3 of 23 total reports mention: electrical system, most commonly citing speedometer/odometer.
2 of 23 total reports mention: visibility/wiper.
SAFETY TIMELINE
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Transit and 2021 Transit Connect vehicles.
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.
Campaign 21V592000 — 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
2021 Ford Transit — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for power train issues (6 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for wheels issues (5 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for suspension issues (3 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 21V592000 (seat belts) 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 2021 Ford Transit reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 2021 Ford Transit?
The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 26% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2021 Ford Transit have?
4 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.