Ford Transit Common Faults

34
Fault Reports
26
Solved
7
Model Years
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📊 Ford Transit Data Score

Reliability Score
68/100
Good
Resolution Rate
76%
26 of 34 confirmed fixed
Risk Level
Low
0 serious/critical cases
Maintenance Complexity
High
9 systems affected

📐 The MyCarFault Score blends this model's resolution rate (% of reports with a confirmed fix) and severity mix of its 34 reported cases. It reflects our database only, not a manufacturer or third-party rating.

📋 Most Reported Problems

🗂️ Problem Categories

Which vehicle systems generate the most reports for the Ford Transit, based on all 34 cases on this page.

Engine
11 (32%)
Suspension
7 (21%)
Other
6 (18%)
Electrical
3 (9%)
Transmission
3 (9%)
Fuel System
1 (3%)
Exhaust
1 (3%)
Brakes
1 (3%)
Body/Interior
1 (3%)

🛠️ High maintenance complexity — issues span 9 different systems, with an average reported repair cost of $782. Models touching fewer systems are generally simpler and cheaper to keep on top of.

⚡ Quick Summary
Fault Reports
34
26 with confirmed fix
Est. Repair Cost
$782
avg · $375–$2075 range
Fix Rate
76%
of reported faults solved

Ford Transit drivers have shared 34 fault reports, covering problems such as Ford Transit Custom 2.2 TDCi DPF fault — high soot load, Ford Transit 2.0 EcoBlue EGR cooler bypass valve failure, Ford Transit Mk8 injector seal copper washer failure, Ford Transit 2017 P0300 random misfire rough idle and Ford Transit 2017 Wheel bearing humming noise while driving.

📋 Ford Transit Overview

The Ford Transit has 34 owner-reported faults recorded on MyCarFault. Documented issues include Ford Transit Custom 2.2 TDCi DPF fault — high soot load, Ford Transit 2.0 EcoBlue EGR cooler bypass valve failure, Ford Transit Mk8 injector seal copper washer failure, Ford Transit 2017 P0300 random misfire rough idle, and Ford Transit 2017 Wheel bearing humming noise while driving.

76% of reported issues have a confirmed driver-verified fix.

Estimated repair costs based on owner-reported data range from $375 to $2075, with an average of $782 USD. Costs vary by fault type, garage type, and parts availability in your region.

Long-term Ford Transit ownership appears manageable based on community data. A high proportion of reported faults have confirmed fixes, suggesting problems are diagnosable and repairable by informed owners and independent garages.

🔍 Reliability Snapshot

Fault Reports
34
Verified Fixes
26
Est. Repair Cost
$782
Most Common Issue
Ford Transit Custom 2.2 TDCi DPF fault —…
Owner Confidence
High

💰 Repair Cost Insight

Based on 34 owner-reported Ford Transit fault cases where cost data was provided:

Average Cost
$782
Lowest Estimate
$375
Highest Estimate
$2,075

Estimates are owner-reported and vary by region, garage type, and parts availability. Independent specialists typically charge 30–50% less than main dealers for the same repair.

💡 Should You Buy a Used Ford Transit?

Reports on File
34
Resolution Rate
76%
Most-Affected System
Engine
Risk Level
Low

Thinking about buying a used Ford Transit? Here is what our fault data suggests.

The Ford Transit has a significant number of community-reported faults. This does not necessarily mean the car is unreliable — high fault counts often reflect high ownership numbers. Focus on whether the known issues on this page have been addressed on the specific car you are viewing.

The most reported issue is "Ford Transit Custom 2.2 TDCi DPF fault — high soot load". Ask the seller specifically about this before committing to a purchase, and have an independent mechanic check for it during a pre-purchase inspection.

An independent pre-purchase inspection (PPI) is strongly recommended regardless of the seller's assurances or the car's service history.

❓ Common Questions About the Ford Transit

YEAR: All 2019 2017 2016 2015 2014 2013 2012

🔧 Reported Faults


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Ford Transit Custom 2.2 TDCi DPF fault — high soot load
2015 💰 $100–$1500 USD
89 fixes
👁 24,772
🟡
Ford Transit 2.0 EcoBlue EGR cooler bypass valve failure
2019 💰 $200–$800 USD
67 fixes
👁 18,976
🟢
Ford Transit Mk8 injector seal copper washer failure
2016 💰 $200–$1200 USD
52 fixes
👁 14,271
🟢
Ford Transit 2017 P0300 random misfire rough idle
P0300 2017
1 fix
👁 2,114
🟢
Ford Transit 2017 Wheel bearing humming noise while driving
2017
1 fix
👁 1,561
🟢
Ford Transit 2013 Check engine light P0171 lean mixture
P0171 2013
1 fix
👁 1,333
🟢
Ford Transit 2019 Car wont start clicking sound
2019
1 fix
👁 1,333
🟢
Ford Transit 2016 2.2 TDCi EGR valve fault
P0401 2016 💰 $200–$800 USD
1 fix
👁 1,277
🟢
Ford Transit 2019 Front suspension clunking over bumps
2019 💰 $150–$1200 USD
1 fix
👁 1,207
🟢
Ford Transit 2015 Check engine light P0171 lean mixture
P0171 2015
1 fix
👁 1,206
🟢
Ford Transit 2012 Battery draining overnight parasitic drain
2012
1 fix
👁 1,202
🟢
Ford Transit 2019 Engine oil leak from valve cover
2019
1 fix
👁 1,190
🟢
Ford Transit 2014 Transmission slipping between gears
2014
1 fix
👁 1,170
🟢
Ford Transit 2015 P0300 random misfire rough idle
P0300 2015
1 fix
👁 1,142
🟢
Ford Transit 2014 Front suspension clunking over bumps
2014 💰 $150–$1200 USD
1 fix
👁 1,120
🟢
Ford Transit 2012 Wheel bearing humming noise while driving
2012
1 fix
👁 1,062
🟢
Ford Transit 2012 AC not blowing cold air compressor issue
2012
1 fix
👁 1,045
🟢
Ford Transit 2017 Catalytic converter P0420 code
P0420 2017 💰 $200–$1500 USD
1 fix
👁 998
🟢
Ford Transit 2013 Transmission slipping between gears
2013
1 fix
👁 980
🟢
Ford Transit 2019 Power steering heavy and whining
2019
1 fix
👁 900
🟢
Ford Transit 2014 Coolant leak from engine area
2014
1 fix
👁 855
🟢
Ford Transit 2015 Brake pads worn squealing noise
2015 💰 $150–$600 USD
1 fix
👁 801
🟢
Ford Transit 2014 Engine oil leak from valve cover
2014
1 fix
👁 775
🟢
Ford Transit 2017 Front suspension clunking over bumps
2017 💰 $150–$1200 USD
1 fix
👁 671
🟢
Ford Transit 2012 Power steering heavy and whining
2012
1 fix
👁 620
🟢
Ford Transit 2013 ABS warning light on
2013
1 fix
👁 614
🟢
Ford Transit 2015 CVT transmission shudder and jerking
2015 💰 $150–$4000 USD
1 fix
👁 566
🟢
Ford Transit 2013 P0300 random misfire rough idle
P0300 2013
1 fix
👁 484
Ford Transit Mk8 AdBlue NOx Sensor Failure
2014 Medium
👁 37
Ford Transit Mk8 Turbocharger Actuator Failure
2014 Medium
👁 36
Ford Ranger Mk3 Towing — Transfer Case Overheating
2012 Medium
👁 35
Ford Transit Mk8 2.0 EcoBlue EGR Valve Carbon Fouling
2014 Medium
👁 34
Ford Transit Mk8 Timing Chain Rattle Cold Start
2014 Medium
👁 32
Ford Transit Mk8 2.0 EcoBlue DPF Blockage
2014 Medium
👁 30

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🩺 Common Symptoms
P0300 — random misfire causing rough idle Clunking from front suspension over bumps Wheel bearing humming noise while driving Check engine light — P0171 lean code Engine oil leak from valve cover Automatic transmission slipping between gears
🔢 Common OBD Codes
P0300 P0171 P0401 P0420
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