FORD TRANSIT UK Recall Check

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2024/200 (1)

Manufacturer Reference

24S30

Defect

A small number of Transit vehicles have been manufactured with an incorrect tow bar that does not meet the correct load specifications. It is important for the affected vehicles to be returned to a Ford Authorised Dealer. If the tow load is in excess of 2600kg this could potentially result in the trailer becoming detached or the tow bar assembly being damaged. A detached trailer or a damaged tow bar could increase the risk of an accident.

Remedy

Install the correct tow bar free of charge parts and labour.

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2024/200 (2)

Manufacturer Reference

24S30

Defect

A small number of Transit vehicles have been manufactured with an incorrect tow bar that does not meet the correct load specifications. It is important for the affected vehicles to be returned to a Ford Authorised Dealer. If the tow load is in excess of 2600kg this could potentially result in the trailer becoming detached or the tow bar assembly being damaged. A detached trailer or a damaged tow bar could increase the risk of an accident.

Remedy

Install the correct tow bar free of charge parts and labour.

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2024/190 (6)

Manufacturer Reference

24S22

Defect

The wrong brake line hose may have been installed on the right rear. The longer brake line could create a touch condition with the rear wheel which could in turn cause a brake fluid leak. In the event of a leak you may notice a soft brake pedal feel and a red warning light will illuminate in the cluster. The brake system has two separate diagonal brake line circuits and in the event of one brake line circuit failure the vehicle is able to stop with the functionality of the secondary brake circuit. If the brake lines on both sides were to fail it may lead to a loss of brake function.

Remedy

Inspect and replace with correct hose.

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2024/194 (98)

Manufacturer Reference

24S23

Defect

While monitoring vehicles in operation we have become aware of a number of Transit Chassis vehicles may have damage to a section of the vehicle?s chassis. The chassis is the structural element of the vehicle.

Remedy

Inspect and replace vehicle if required possible reworking.

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2024/194 (1)

Manufacturer Reference

24S23

Defect

While monitoring vehicles in operation we have become aware of a number of Transit Chassis vehicles may have damage to a section of the vehicle?s chassis. The chassis is the structural element of the vehicle.

Remedy

Inspect and replace vehicle if required possible reworking.

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2023/336 (6952)

Manufacturer Reference

23S48

Defect

The SYNC screen may display a blue or black image when the vehicle is placed in reverse or when the 360 degree view is selected and available (during low-speed operation).

Remedy

Replace rear camera and update software

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2022/037 (111)

Manufacturer Reference

21C32

Defect

Due to an Instrument Panel Cluster misconfiguration the Advanced Emergency Braking System warning messages have been disabled.

Remedy

Update the Instrument cluster configuration.

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2021/281 (2)

Manufacturer Reference

21S30

Defect

There is a possibility that the fuel injector fuel return line connection/s may not be fully secured.

Remedy

Inspect the fuel injector fuel return line connections to ensure that the connections are fully secured and the locking tags are engaged.

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2021/183 (20)

Manufacturer Reference

21S27

Defect

Some vehicles may have been built with an additional bolt that may be loose within the Electric Power Assisted Steering (EPAS).

Remedy

Replace the steering gear on all vehicles affected.

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2020/361 (2)

Manufacturer Reference

20S70

Defect

On affected vehicles the rear driveshaft bearing support bracket has not been fitted with the intended internal bushes.

Remedy

Fit a new driveshaft bearing support bracket.

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2020/275 (2180)

Manufacturer Reference

20S53

Defect

The left-hand lower control arm may be fitted to vehicles where the weld penetration does not meet specification.

Remedy

Inspect the left-hand lower control arm and replace if within the affected date range.

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2020/247 (2675)

Manufacturer Reference

20S47

Defect

The lower control arms may have missing or partial welds

Remedy

Inspect the lower control arms and replace if required.

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2020/183 (91814)

Manufacturer Reference

20S24

Defect

The Run On Water Pump (ROWP) fitted to Transit and Transit Custom vehicles may overheat

Remedy

Replacing the 15 Amp fuse with a 7.5 Amp fuse to prevent the possibility for the ROWP to overheat.

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2019/050 (3)

Manufacturer Reference

18S41

Defect

An incorrectly torqued left hand seatbelt to seatbelt shoulder height adjuster bolt.

Remedy

Replace the left hand seatbelt and shoulder height adjuster with new parts.

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2015/215 (1747)

Manufacturer Reference

15S33

Defect

The Rear Stabiliser bar may not be to specification. This could result in the Rear Stabiliser bar cracking and failing which will result in the vehicle handling characteristics being adversely affected.

Remedy

Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and fit a new rear stabiliser bar.

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2015/177 (22)

Manufacturer Reference

15B17

Defect

A non approved tow bar was fitted during manufacture. The rating of the fitted towbar is below the vehicles approved gross train mass (GTM) and could fail if the vehicle is loaded to it's maximum GTM.

Remedy

On affected vehicles Replace tow bar with an approved towbar of the correct rating.

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2015/025 (13853)

Manufacturer Reference

15S01

Defect

A batch of fuel injector may have been assembled correctly. The internal valve can fail and cause reduced fuel pressure and engine shutdown shutdown with no restart.

Remedy

Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and check the injectors. If the injectors of concern are fitted they will be replaced.

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2013/028 (16348)

Manufacturer Reference

3C498

Defect

"It is possible that the material specification of the brake pedal pin retaining R clip is not correct. This can cause the spring tension of the clip to reduce. If not rectified there is apossibility that the R clip could become detached which can result in the separation of the brake pedal and the brake booster push rod. This will result in brake failure."

Remedy

Recall all affected vehicles and replace the R clip with a new quality assured one.

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2013/007 (127882)

Manufacturer Reference

2C489

Defect

"The rear brake pipe bracket to axle securing bolt may fail due to inconsistencies in bolt manufacture. Low clamp load of the joint could lead to bolt failure and subsequent fatigue failure of the rear brake bundy pipe. This would result loss of brake fluid and significantly reduced brake performance (single circuit brake operation only and soft brake pedal)."

Remedy

The original bolt will be replaced with a new bolt and locking nut.

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2012/130 (5021)

Manufacturer Reference

2C459

Defect

Wiper arm may detach due to the wiper arm pivot pins not being to specification. If the wiper arms detach view to the front could be impaired.

Remedy

Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the wiper arm pivot pins.

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2010/031 (109)

Manufacturer Reference

OS303

Defect

It has been identified that a batch of vehicles converted by SVP have been fitted with a split charging system the relays of which may not be to specification and could subsequently fail. This can result in wiring loom damage and the possibility of a fire.

Remedy

Whereas the converter has approached 89 customers and supplied revised parts. It is proposed that Ford will contact the owners of the outstanding vehicles to emphasise the importance of end users contacting the convertor thus ensuring that the remaining vehicles are reworked.

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2009/081 (8587)

Manufacturer Reference

9C250

Defect

The steering wheel may detach from the steering column due to a defect in the centre hub casting.

Remedy

Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to inspect the steering wheel centre hub casting and where necessary fit a new steering wheel.

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2008/077 (3209)

Manufacturer Reference

8C174

Defect

It has been identified that the tipper bed could raise without warning due to a concern with the power system module (PSM).

Remedy

Recalled vehicles will have the PSM replaced.

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2007/184 (51712)

Manufacturer Reference

7C143

Defect

It has been established thatthe high pressure connection to the power assisted steering pump could detach. Should this incur loss of steering assistance would ensue. Additionally hydraulic fluid could leak onto the exhaust with the attendant risk of fire.

Remedy

To prevent such an occurrence recalled vehicles will have the subject power assisted steering pipe fitted with a retaining collar.

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2007/177 (53766)

Manufacturer Reference

7C136

Defect

Excessive axle shaft end play which can be identified by excessive noise and changes in vehicle handling could possibly if not detected lead to detachment of the axle shaft retaining clip and result in the shaft 'walking out' of the axle.

Remedy

Recall all affected vehicle for the replacement of the axle shaft retaining clip by a modified replacement.

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2008/008 (1460)

Manufacturer Reference

7U157

Defect

Concern that the front seat belt outer fixing may not have been installed to manufacturer's specification.

Remedy

Recall all affected vehicles for mounting to be inspected and retorque of the mounting bolt.

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2007/167 (7000)

Manufacturer Reference

7C148

Defect

It has been identified that the power steering pump drive belts could de-laminate and fail. Should this occur drive to the power steering pump would be lost likewise the assistance to the steering.

Remedy

Recalled vehicles will have the power steering drive belts checked and renewed should they be found to be within the affected batch.

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2007/083 (57275)

Manufacturer Reference

Defect

It has been identified that the front suspension strut to knuckle clamping bolt torque might be insufficient. The possibility therefore exists that should the assembly move within it's mounting the tyre may contact the wheel arch. Additionally in the case of FWD vehicles the shock absorber could contact the driveshaft.

Remedy

Subject vehicles will have the suspension strut checked for correct positioning and the clamp bolt tightened to the revised torque.

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2007/015 (846)

Manufacturer Reference

6U060

Defect

It has been identified that a number of vehicles have been produced with front suspension lower arm bolts which may have been tightened to an incorrect torque. In this condition failure of a bolt may result in partial detachment of the arm from the subframe which could adversely affect the steering and stability control.

Remedy

Recalled vehicles will have the subject bolts checked for correct torque and tightened if necessary. Should any bolt be found to be damaged it will be replaced.

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2002/087 (480)

Manufacturer Reference

2C822

Defect

The liquid petroleum gas supply to the engine will not shut off if it stalls.

Remedy

Fit a new LPG fuel control module.

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2002/038 (70)

Manufacturer Reference

0C684

Defect

The gearbox may incorrectly shift into a lower gear during normal driving.

Remedy

Recall affected vehicles and reprogramme the transmission control unit.

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2002/013 (162)

Manufacturer Reference

2C794

Defect

The service replacement engine may have been fitted with with the rear lifting eye still attached. Under certain operating conditions the eye may contact and damage adjacent brake pipes. This could cause a loss of braking efficiency.

Remedy

Check for the presence of the rear lifting eye and remove if fitted. Check brake pipes for damage and if required replace.

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2001/132 (68436)

Manufacturer Reference

1C781

Defect

Under conditions of excessively rough use such as driving over kerbs etc the front suspension ball joint taper pin may become loose in the suspension upright. If this occurs the secondary retaining circlip may be ineffective in preventing the complete detachment of the suspension upright from the track control arm.

Remedy

Replace the existing circlip with an improved design part.

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2001/133 (24879)

Manufacturer Reference

1S754

Defect

The engine compartment wiring loom may chafe on one of the engine cooling system thermostat housing securing bolts. In the worst case circumstances this could result in a short circuit and a fire risk.

Remedy

Recall affected vehicles to reposition and protect the wiring loom from chafing.

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2001/142 (1112)

Manufacturer Reference

1C785

Defect

The tailboard latch may not keep the tailboard in the closed position. This could result in the load dropping onto the highway.

Remedy

Modify the tailboard latch.

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2001/001 (1146)

Manufacturer Reference

0C697

Defect

It has been established that the seat belt stalks may fail due to abuse by passengers.

Remedy

Replace the seat belt stalks with a stronger design.

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/1996/098 (160)

Manufacturer Reference

Defect

On some Transit Ambulance vehicles the split charge relay is insufficiently rated for its application. Additionally on these same vehicles the engine compartment wiring loom is equipped with unsatisfactory insulation.

Remedy

Recall the affected vehicles for the fitment of a new level charge relay. At the same time the engine compartment wiring loom will be inspected replaced if damaged or retaped with new level insulation tape if undamaged.

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/1996/063 (74)

Manufacturer Reference

Defect

It is possible that 6 ply rated tyres may have been fitted instead of the 8 ply rated tyres specified.

Remedy

Recall the affected vehicles to have the tyre ply ratings checked and where necessary to have correctly rated tyres fitted.