2018 Ford Transit vs 2020 Ford Transit
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2018 Ford Transit | 2020 Ford Transit |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 56 | 83 |
| Recall campaigns | 14 | 9 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 191 | 177 |
| Investigations | 0 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 1 | 1 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 3 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | — | — |
| Median reported incident mileage | 44,820 mi | 6,500 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford Transit | Ford Transit |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 11 | 17 |
| Seats | 0 | 27 |
| Electrical System | 8 | 14 |
| Engine | 14 | 5 |
| Structure | 8 | 2 |
| Wheels | 4 | 5 |
| Steering | 1 | 6 |
| Back Over Prevention | 2 | 4 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Loss of power | 5 | 0 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 22 |
| Stalling | 0 | 5 |
2018 Ford Transit
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.