KnownCarProblems2015 Ford Transit Problems and Recalls
Owners filed 193 complaints with NHTSA about the 2015 Ford Transit, most often about the transmission (40% of complaints, typically around 98,000 miles). It is the most complained-about Transit model year since 2000 and has 26 recalls.
Most common 2015 Ford Transit problems
Transmission
78 complaints · 40%Half of these problems showed up before 98,000 miles. Parts named most often: driveline, automatic transmission.
The contact owns a 2015 Ford Transit. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the vehicle seized without warning. The contact coasted the vehicle to the shoulder of the roadway, restarted the vehicle however, the vehicle failed to operate as designed. The vehicle was towed to helfman imports (7720 katy fwy…
The contact owns 2015 Ford Transit. The contact stated that the front driveshaft was replaced under NHTSA campaign number: 19v767000 (power train). After the vehicle was repaired, it was noticed that while driving approximately 40 MPH, the vehicle made an abnormal squeaking sound. The vehicle was taken to schultz Ford…
Engine
43 complaints · 22%Half of these problems showed up before 76,000 miles. Parts named most often: exhaust system.
Vehicle was being driven on a two-lane road at 45 MPH when suddenly the engine just stopped without being able to even pull to the side of the road. I traded cars with my wife so she could take our 6 kids home. Towed the vehicle to a Ford dealership who diagnosed a faulty fuel pump control module. Said this happens a…
The contact owns a 2015 Ford Transit. The contact stated while driving 60 MPH, the vehicle stalled with the fuel filter clogged message displayed. The check engine warning light also illuminated. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic who informed the contact of NHTSA campaign number: 15v005000 (fuel system…
Fuel system
32 complaints · 17%Half of these problems showed up before 59,000 miles. Parts named most often: fuel injection system.
The contact owns a 2015 Ford Transit. The contact stated while driving 5 MPH, the vehicle stalled without warning. The contact pushed the vehicle to a nearby parking lot. The vehicle was then towed to an independent mechanic to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the fuel rail assembly, filter and return lines…
The contact owns a 2015 Ford Transit. While driving approximately 50 MPH, the poor fuel filter indicator illuminated. The vehicle was taken to scaffidi auto stevens point ([phone], located at 3733 stanley st, stevens point, wi 54481) where metal filings were found in the fuel filter. The technician replaced the fuel…
Other or unspecified
24 complaints · 12%Half of these problems showed up before 72,500 miles.
I have a 2015 Ford Transit 15 passenger vehicle that was purchased in nov 2016 with 20,000 miles. April 2019 the driveshaft flexible coupling was replaced under warranty. In july 2019 we began hearing a noticeable vibration / subwoofer drone / hum in the vehicle.the drone doesn't happen at a specific speed but is…
On or about 4/8/2020 my ambulette with a passenger completely stalled. It was towed to our nys dot shop in westbury that regulates ambulettes. This vehicle , a 2015 Ford Transit 150 is supposed to circulate transmission fluid coming from transmission and coolant from the radiator at the same time. Coolant circulation…
Brakes
19 complaints · 10%Half of these problems showed up before 80,500 miles.
Brake fluid leaks all the time from the brake hose/caliper junctions at the rear of the vehicle and brakes won't work while backing up.
Ford Transit with was going down a straight four-lane highway at 65 miles per hour when without warning the flange on the drive shaft came apart. Driver heard what sounded like a small explosion. The brake lines were blown off, the fuel line was damaged, the drive shaft was broken, and a hole was blown into the…
Electrical
19 complaints · 10%Half of these problems showed up before 81,500 miles. Parts named most often: instrument panel, wiring.
A control module began malfunctioning by first causing the headlights to come on spontaneously. The vehicle was parked (at home), headlight switch off, no key in ignition. After removing the battery negative cable, any attempt to reconnect the battery causes the starter motor to spontaneously energize and the engine…
Follow-up to prior problem report on this VIN. After 24 hrs with battery disconnected, I reconnected battery. Prior problem did not reproduce and vehicle appeared to power-up normally. I used the key to successfully start and run the engine. But there were no instrument readings, tachometer read zero. I moved the key…
Body and structure
10 complaints · 5%Half of these problems showed up before 44,000 miles. Parts named most often: body, frame and members.
The contact owns a 2015 Ford Transit. The contact stated that on several occasions while driving at an undisclosed speed, the rear hatch unintendedly opened. The contact stated assumed that the opening was an accident and veered the vehicle off the road and manually closed the hatch. No warning light was illuminated.…
Stationary vehicle; parked, driver outside vehicle walked around to front passenger door; passenger opened front passenger door, and a breeze no more gusty than 1 MPH was all it took for the door to hyper extend beyond hinge mechanism, and door broke accessory door closing part, preventing it from tightly closing as…
Steering
8 complaints · 4%The contact owns a 2015 Ford Transit. While driving approximately 45-50 MPH, the vehicle vibrated. The contact stated that when the vehicle was veered to the right or to the left, it vibrated uncontrollably. The failure recurred multiple times. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The approximate failure mileage…
The contact owns a 2015 Ford Transit. While driving various speeds, a loud noise and vibration were present coming from the steering column and the vehicle shook. The vehicle was taken to broadway Ford (501 s. 7th st., st. Louis, mo) where it was diagnosed that the flexible driveshaft coupling was faulty and needed to…
Complaints are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.
2015 Ford Transit recalls
Brakes: linkage and cable
Risk: Parking brake failure can result in unintended vehicle movement, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: 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. Owner notification letters were mailed on march 14, 2022. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21s39.
Full defect summary
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2015-2020 transit vehicles. An incorrect driveshaft torsional damper service kit may have been installed, which can allow the damper shield to contact the parking brake cable, possibly resulting in parking brake failure.
Transmission: driveshaft
Risk: If the coupling fails, the vehicle will not be able to move under its own power and the disconnected driveshaft may impact and damage the brake and fuel lines. Additionally, the separated driveshaft may allow the vehicle to roll if the vehicle is exited when the transmission is in 'park' but the parking brake is not applied. These scenarios may increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Fix: Ford will notify owners, and as an interim repair, dealers will replace the flexible coupling every 40,000 miles until the final remedy is available. The final remedy will consist of installation of a driveshaft front section equipped with a mechanical u-joint in place of the flexible coupling. These repairs will be made free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on april 1, 2020. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 19s38. Note: this recall supersedes recall number 17v-408.
Full defect summary
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2015-2017 transit vehicles. This recall includes all full-size transit vehicles previously recalled under 17v-408 except ones that received mechanical universal joint (u-joint) as a remedy and any 156" or 178" wheelbase chassis cab and cut-away bodies models. The flexible coupling connecting the transmission to the driveshaft may prematurely fail.
Seats
Risk: In the event of a crash, if the seat back moves, the seat occupant has an increased risk of injury.
Fix: New england has notified owners, directing them to contact freedman for repairs to the foldaway seats, free of charge. The recall began may 27, 2019. Owners may contact freedman customer service at 1-800-443-4540 or new england at 1-800-886-9247.
Full defect summary
New england wheels (new england) is recalling certain 2014-2018 ford transit and 2014-2019 ram promaster 2500 and 3500 vehicles modified to be equipped with freedman go-es foldaway seats. When the back seat cushion is rotated from the stowed position to the upright position, the seat cushion may not remain locked into place when under load, such as in a crash or a sudden stop.
Seats
Risk: In the event of a crash, if the seat back moves, the seat occupant has an increased risk of injury.
Fix: Fenton mobility will notify owners, and a fenton mobility technician will repair the foldaway seats, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in june 2019. Owners may contact fenton mobility customer service at 1-716-484-7014.
Full defect summary
Fenton mobility products, inc. (fenton mobility) is recalling certain 2015-2018 ford transit vehicles modified to be equipped with freedman go-es foldaway seats, part numbers 43705, 45467, 48923, and 75719. When the back seat cushion is rotated from the stowed position to the upright position, the seat cushion may not remain locked into place when under load, such as in a crash or a sudden stop.
Seats
Risk: In the event of a crash, if the seat back moves, the seat occupant has an increased risk of injury.
Fix: Mobilitytrans will notify owners and freedman seating dealers will inspect and repair the foldaway seat, free of charge. The recall began may 19, 2019. Owners may contact mobility transportation services customer service at 1-734-453-6452.
Full defect summary
Mobility transportation services (mobilitytrans) is recalling certain 2014-2018 ford transit and ram promaster vehicles and 2014-2015 ford econoline vehicles modified to be equipped with freedman go-es foldaway seats, part numbers 43705, 45467, 48923, and 75719. When the back seat cushion is rotated from the stowed position to the upright position, the seat cushion may not remain locked into place when under load, such as in a crash or a sudden stop.
Equipment Adaptive/Mobility
Risk: If the wheelchair lift platform stops above the vehicle floor, the wheelchair user can tip inwards toward the vehicle when exiting the lift, increasing their risk of injury.
Fix: Mobility specialists, working with ricon, has notified the owners. Ricon will provide instructions and materials for replacing defective parts. Owners may contact ricon customer service at 1-800-322-2884.
Full defect summary
Mobility specialists, inc. (mobility specialists) is recalling certain 2014-2017 ford e-150 and transit vans modified to be equipped with ricon s-series and k-series wheel chair lifts. The wheelchair lift positioning input cam may fail while the lift is in use, allowing the platform to travel higher than the vehicle's floor height.
Seats
Risk: In the event of a crash, if the seat back moves, the seat occupant has an increased risk of injury.
Fix: Royale will notify owners and dealers will inspect and repair the seat. The recall began june 6, 2019. Owners may contact royale customer service at 1-800-544-5587.
Full defect summary
Cabot coach builders, inc. Dba royale limousine (royale) is recalling certain 2015-2018 ford transit-based mini-coaches equipped with freedman go-es foldaway seats recalled under 18e-076. When the back seat cushion is rotated from the stowed position to the upright position, the seat cushion may not remain locked into place when under load, such as in a crash or a sudden stop.
Seats
Risk: In the event of a crash, if the seat back moves, the seat occupant has an increased risk of injury.
Fix: Vantage has notified owners, instructing them to contact freedman for a repair kit, free of charge. The recall began march 25, 2019. Owners may contact freedman customer service at 1-800-443-4540.
Full defect summary
Vantage mobility international, llc (vantage) is recalling certain 2015-2018 ford transit van, mercedes-benz sprinter, and 2007 ford f-250-based shuttle vehicles equipped with freedman go-3s foldaway seats. When the back seat cushion is rotated from the stowed position to the upright position, the seat cushion may not remain locked into place when under load, such as in a crash or a sudden stop.
Seats
Risk: In the event of a crash, if the seat back moves, the seat occupant has an increased risk of injury.
Fix: Transitworks has notified owners and instructed them to contact freedman seats for a repair kit. The recall began december 19, 2019. Owners may contact freedman seating customer service at 1-800-443-4540 or transitworks customer service at 1-855-337-9543.
Full defect summary
Transitworks is recalling certain 2015-2018 ford transit, 2018 ford transit connect, and 2016 dodge ram promaster vehicles modified to be equipped with freedman seating go-es seats. When the back seat cushion is rotated from the stowed position to the upright position, the seat cushion may not remain locked into place when under load, such as in a crash or a sudden stop.
Seats
Risk: In the event of a crash, if the seat back moves, the seat occupant has an increased risk of injury.
Fix: Quality van will notify owners and dealers will inspect and repair the foldaway seat, free of charge. The recall began march 21, 2019. Owners may contact quality van customer service at 1-800-408-8550.
Full defect summary
Quality van sales, inc. (quality van) is recalling certain 2015-2018 ford transit and e-350 vehicles modified to be equipped with freedman go-es foldaway seat back cushions. The seat cushion may not remain locked into place when under load, such as in a crash or a sudden stop. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 207, "seating systems."
Equipment Adaptive/Mobility
Risk: If the wheelchair lift platform stops above the vehicle floor, the wheelchair user can tip inwards toward the vehicle when exiting the lift, increasing their risk of injury.
Fix: Fenton will notify owners, and a service technician will install ricon recall parts kit ri61396, free of charge. The recall began april 24, 2019. Owners may contact fenton mobility customer service at 1-716-484-7014. Fenton's number for this recall is ri61396.
Full defect summary
Fenton mobility products, inc. (fenton) is recalling certain 2015-2017 ford transit passenger vans modified to be equipped with ricon s & k titanium wheelchair lifts. The wheelchair lift positioning input cam may fail while the lift is in use, allowing the platform to travel higher than the vehicle's floor height. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 403, "platform lift systems."
Transmission: driveshaft
Risk: If the front driveshaft detaches from the vehicle, drive power will be lost, increasing the risk of a crash. The detached driveshaft may also create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash for following traffic.
Fix: Xl will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front driveshaft with an updated one, free of charge. The recall began april 15, 2019. Owners may contact xl hybrid's customer service at 1-833-953-5338.
Full defect summary
Xl hybrids, inc (xl) is recalling certain 2015-2018 ford transit vehicles modified to be equipped with xl's electric hybrid system. The cardan (universal) joint on the front driveshaft may fail, possibly causing the front driveshaft to detach.
Seats
Risk: In the event of a crash, if the seat back moves, the seat occupant has an increased risk of injury.
Fix: National van will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and repair the foldaway seat, free of charge. The recall began november 26, 2018. Owners may contact national van customer service at 1-508-222-2272.
Full defect summary
National van builders, inc. (national van) is recalling certain 2015-2018 ford transit vehicles equipped with freedman go-es foldaway seats, part numbers 43705, 45467, 48923, and 75719. When the back seat cushion is rotated from the stowed position to the upright position, the seat cushion may not remain locked into place when under load, such as in a crash or a sudden stop. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 207, "seating systems."
Electrical: wiring
Risk: An electrical short can increase the risk of a fire. Turn signal, instrument cluster or seatbelt pretensioner problems can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will add a drainage hole in the driver's door stepwell and incorporate a fuse into the vehicle's wiring harness, free of charge. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Note: this is an expansion of recall 17v-668 (ford recall 17s34). Ford's number for this recall expansion is 17s34-s1.
Full defect summary
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2015-2017 ford transit vehicles, equipped with a trailer tow module. Water can enter the tow modules and corrode the wiring causing issues such as rapidly flashing turn signals, loss of instrument panel display, an electrical short and possibly the deployment of seatbelt pretensioner.
Electrical: wiring
Risk: An electrical short can increase the risk of a fire. Turn signal, instrument cluster or seatbelt pretensioner problems can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will add a drainage hole in the driver's door stepwell and incorporate a fuse into the vehicle's wiring harness, free of charge. The recall began on february 9, 2018. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 17s34.
Full defect summary
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2015-2017 ford transit vehicles, equipped with a trailer tow module. Water can enter the tow modules and corrode the wiring causing issues such as rapidly flashing turn signals, loss of instrument panel display, an electrical short and possibly the deployment of seatbelt pretensioner.
Transmission: driveshaft
Risk: If the coupling fails, the vehicle will not be able to move under its own power and the disconnected driveshaft may impact and damage the brake and fuel lines. Additionally, the separated driveshaft may allow the vehicle to roll if the vehicle is exited when the transmission is in 'park' but the parking brake is not applied. These scenarios may increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Ford will notify owners, and as an interim repair, dealers will replace the flexible coupling on any vehicle with more than 30,000 miles. A final remedy repair of a redesigned flexible coupling or a revised driveshaft equipped with a universal joint is being developed and is expected in early 2018. These repairs will be made free of charge. Interim notifications informing owners of the safety risk were mailed july 21, 2017. Owners will receive a second notice when remedy parts become available. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 17s15.
Full defect summary
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling all 2015-2017 transit vehicles except 156" and 178" wheelbase chassis cab and cut-away bodies. In the affected vehicles, the flexible coupling connecting the transmission to the driveshaft may prematurely fail.
Fuel system: fuel system, diesel
Risk: If debris clogs the fuel system, the engine may stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel injection pump and associated parts and, if necessary, will replace the fuel filter and flush the fuel system, free of charge. The recall began on october 14, 2016. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16s32.
Full defect summary
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 transit vehicles manufactured july 15, 2015, to april 14, 2016 and equipped with a 3.2l diesel engine. A fuel injector or the fuel volume control valve may clog due to metallic debris within the fuel system.
Equipment Adaptive/Mobility
Risk: If the platform side plates crack or the platform mounting fails from out-of-position bearings, the lift platform can separate from the lift and come to rest against the vehicle's lift door. When the vehicle's doors are opened, the platform may fall onto the lift operator, increasing their risk of injury.
Fix: New england will notify owners, and ricon dealers will inspect the link arms for damage or for displaced bearings. The platform will be inspected for cracks. Any damaged parts will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began on june 29, 2016. Owners may contact new england customer service at 1-800-886-9247. New england's number for this recall is 16e-020.
Full defect summary
New england wheels (new england) is recalling certain model year 2006-2014 ford e-250, e-350, and 2015 ford transit vans equipped with certain model s2005, s2010, s5005, s5010, s5505, and s5510 wheelchair lifts by ricon. The platform side plate of the affected wheelchair lifts may crack. Additionally, the lifts are equipped with folding link arms that may have pivot holes that are too big, allowing the bearings to move out of position.
Equipment Adaptive/Mobility
Risk: If the platform side plates crack or the platform mounting fails from out-of-position bearings, the lift platform can separate from the lift and come to rest against the vehicle's lift door. When the vehicle's doors are opened, the platform may fall onto the lift operator, increasing their risk of injury.
Fix: National van will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the link arms for damage or for displaced bearings. The platform will be inspected for cracks. Any damaged parts will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began on june 15, 2016. Owners may contact national van customer service at 1-800-527-7477. National van's number for this recall is ricon 2016.
Full defect summary
National van builders, inc. (national van) is recalling certain model year 2015 ford transit vehicles manufactured july 1, 2015, to october 30, 2015, and equipped with certain model s2005, s2010, s5005, s5010, s5505, and s5510 wheelchair lifts by ricon. The platform side plate of the affected wheelchair lifts may crack. Additionally, the lifts are equipped with folding link arms that may have pivot holes that are too big, allowing the bearings to move out of position.
Air bags: side/window
Risk: A side curtain air bag that does not deploy as intended may increase the risk of occupant injury in the event of a crash.
Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and re-orient the side curtain air bag assembly, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on may 18, 2016. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16s13.
Full defect summary
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 transit vehicles manufactured march 12, 2014, to march 18, 2016. In the affected vehicles, the side curtain air bag may not deploy with the proper trajectory due to being folded and packaged incorrectly.
Seat belts: buckle assembly
Risk: An unlatched seat belt increases the risk of injury to the occupant in the event of a crash.
Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will modify or replace the seat belt buckles, depending on their location in the vehicle, free of charge. The recall began may 18, 2016. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16s06.
Full defect summary
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 transit vehicles manufactured february 13, 2014, to january 13, 2016 and equipped with rear passenger seats. The rear seat belt buckles may be damaged if a heavy object is placed on, or impacts, the top of the buckle. The damage may prevent the buckle from latching or from remaining latched.
Transmission: axle shaft
Risk: A loss of drive power or vehicle rollaway after being parked can increase the risk of a vehicle crash.
Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the left and right axle drive shafts, free of charge. The recall began february 9, 2016. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 15s37.
Full defect summary
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain model year 2015 ford transit vehicles manufactured may 1, 2015, to june 26, 2015, and equipped with dual rear wheels. The affected vehicles have a left or right rear axle drive shafts that may fracture, resulting in loss of drive power. Additionally, the vehicle may unexpectedly roll if it is parked without the parking brake applied.
Seat belts
Risk: In the event of a safety issue with the affected seat belts, the vehicle owner may not be able to identify the seat belt if the seat belt label does not include a date of manufacturer.
Fix: Ford has notified the one fleet owner affected, and a ford representative will travel to the vehicle locations to install a new label that includes all of the required information. There will be no charge for this service. The recall began on june 12, 2015. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 15c05.
Full defect summary
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain model year 2015 transit vehicles manufactured march 1, 2015, to april 10, 2015. The affected vehicles may have been built with seat belt assemblies that have seat belt labels that are missing the required belt model and model year and instead state "prototype sample." as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) 209, "seat belt assemblies."
Fuel system: mounting
Risk: A separation of the fuel filter from the cross member will disrupt distribution of fuel to the engine, thereby inducing an engine stall. An unexpected engine stall while driving increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will install a reinforcement plate, free of charge. The recall began on december 19, 2014. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 14s23.
Full defect summary
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain model year 2015 ford transit vehicles manufactured july 28, 2014, to august 7, 2014. In the affected vehicles the fuel filter bracket mounting may detach from the frame cross member over time.
Body and structure: door
Risk: A sliding door without the epoxy reinforcement has an increased potential of unlatching in certain side impact crashes. A door that unlatches may open, allowing for a vehicle occupant to be ejected in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will install a reinforcement plate into the windowless sliding door, free of charge. The recall began in september 22, 2014. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-800-392-3673. Ford's number for this recall is 14s16.
Full defect summary
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain model year 2015 transit cargo vans without rear seating positions manufactured march 12, 2014, to june 24, 2014 and equipped with windowless sliding doors. The affected vehicles may have been manufactured without the epoxy reinforcement on the windowless sliding doors.
Brakes: caliper
Risk: A brake fluid leak may lengthen the distance needed to stop the vehicle. If both of the rear brake junctions leak, there may a complete loss of braking. Either of these scenarios increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the sealing washers on both rear brake caliper to brake hose joints, free of charge. The recall began in august 2014. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 14s15.
Full defect summary
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain model year 2015 transit vehicles manufactured april 3, 2014, to may 27, 2014. Brake fluid may leak from the brake hose/caliper junctions at the rear of the vehicle.
Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which recalls are still open on your car.
NHTSA defect investigations
Zipcar rental concerns
Summary
Nhtsa opened this audit query to determine whether zipcar, inc. (zipcar) complied with the requirements of the national traffic and motor vehicle safety act (safety act). The safety act requires, among other things, that a rental car company not rent, lease, or sell a recalled vehicle until the safety defect or noncompliance is remedied. 49 u.s.c. ⧠30120(I). Based on nhtsaâs inquiry, including information provided by zipcar, NHTSA asserted that, during 2017 and 2018, zipcar rented certain unremedied recalled vehicles in violation of the safety act. In october 2023, NHTSA and zipcar entered into a consent order in which zipcar agreed to pay a total civil penalty of $300,000. The total civ
Questions about the 2015 Ford Transit
- What are the most common problems with the 2015 Ford Transit?
- By NHTSA owner complaints: transmission (78 complaints, typically around 98,000 miles); engine (43 complaints, typically around 76,000 miles); fuel system (32 complaints, typically around 59,000 miles).
- How many recalls does the 2015 Ford Transit have?
- 26 recalls listed by NHTSA, the latest from August 11, 2021 (brakes). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which ones are still open on your car.
- Is the 2015 a bad year for the Ford Transit?
- It is the most complained-about Transit model year since 2000, with 193 complaints. Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular years collect more of them, and the newest years have had less time to.