Reliability & 5-year cost of ownership — 2023 Ford Transit
NHTSA data on file today
The 2023 Ford Transit has 18 NHTSA recall campaigns and 60 owner complaints on file as of . Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
NCAP overall rating: 3.0 out of 5 stars, averaged across 8 NHTSA-tested trims.
Recall campaigns on file
- NHTSA #26V061000 Engine Crossmember Improperly Secured NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #25V876000 Wheelchair Restraint Retractor May Not Lock NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #25V623000 Incorrect Tires and Steering Coupler Cover Installed NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #25V442000 Rearview Camera Image May Not Display NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #25V339000 Instrument Panel Not Illuminated/FMVSS 101 NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #25V315000 Rearview Camera Image May Not Display NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #25V242000 Rearview Camera Image May Not Display NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #25V168000 Inoperative HVAC Controls NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #24V805000 Rear Wheel May Lock Up or Separate from Axle NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #24V591000 Steering Column Assembled with Incorrect Bolt NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #24V542000 Loss of Power Steering Assist NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #24V226000 Tire Damage from Contact with Wheel Arch Liner NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #24V102000 Inadequate Rear Axle Lubrication NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #23V598000 Rearview Camera Image May Not Display NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #23V499000 Generator Fuel Hose May Cause Gas Leak NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #23V122000 HVAC System Defogger Inoperative/FMVSS 103 NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #23V071000 Fuel Tank Not Welded Properly NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #22V791000 HVAC Controls May Become Inoperative NHTSA notice
Most-cited components in owner complaints
- Electrical System 14 complaints
- Power Train 14 complaints
- Back Over Prevention 9 complaints
- Unknown or Other 9 complaints
- Engine 8 complaints
- Steering 6 complaints
Of the 60 complaints on file, 2 report a crash (owner-reported, not verified by NHTSA).
Average
Estimated 5-year repair + maintenance cost: $5,500–$8,500AI estimate — not from NHTSA data
The 2023 Ford Transit has shown moderate reliability with concerns mainly centered around the electrical system and power train. Despite these issues, the vehicle does not present any alarming failure trends that significantly exceed those of typical competitors.
Most-common failures
| Part | Typical mileage (AI estimate) | Cost range (AI estimate) | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| electrical system | 20,000–50,000 miles | $400–$800 | common |
| power train | 30,000–60,000 miles | $500–$1,200 | common |
| engine | 50,000–70,000 miles | $800–$1,500 | occasional |
AI estimate — not from NHTSA data: the mileage bands and repair-cost ranges above. Get a written repair quote before you budget.
Scheduled maintenance to budget
Routine items every owner should plan for.
- Oil and filter changes
- Brake inspections and replacements
- Tire rotations and replacements
- Air filter replacements
- Battery checks and replacements
Warning signs to watch for
Symptoms that signal a major upcoming repair.
- Engine misfires
- Delayed gear shifts
- Flickering dashboard lights
- Burning smell from the engine
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 2023 Ford Transit at the time. The rating is an AI assessment; cost and mileage figures are AI estimates, not NHTSA data.