2015 Ford Transit engine problems

Related recalls

• Recall 16V618000Aug 24, 20162,013 vehicles
  ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL · FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL

  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.

  Risk: If debris clogs the fuel system, the engine may stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Remedy: 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.

What owners say

1. Filed Dec 5, 2025INEngineOther / UnknownTransmission & Drivetrain

   Recalled part failed causing damage to other parts on vehicle, ford motor company refuses to repair the damage - no recall notifiactions sent - we are not original owners of vehicle

   NHTSA complaint #11703335 · source
2. Filed Nov 7, 202570,000 miCTElectrical SystemEngineVisibility & Wipers

   The contact owns a 2015 Ford Transit. The contact stated that water had leaked through the windshield and into the air filter compartment, onto several wires for different electrical systems in the vehicle, and onto emissions components, which affected the engine timing. The contact stated that while inspecting the vehicle, the contact noticed that there was approximately 2-inches of water in the air filter box. The check engine warning light was illuminated, with diagnostic…

   NHTSA complaint #11698144 · source
3. Filed Aug 21, 2025100,000 miILEngine

   The contact owns a 2015 Ford Transit. The contact stated that while his brother was driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed, and it was determined that the fuel pump module needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 100,000.

   NHTSA complaint #11682058 · source
4. Filed Feb 11, 2025109,000 miCAEngineFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion

   The contact owns a 2015 Ford Transit. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the message "Exhaust filter overloaded, drive to clean", after which the vehicle entered LIMP Mode, and was unable to accelerate above 30 MPH. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who diagnosed a failure with the Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF). The vehicle was repaired under Customer Satisfaction Program: 23M01, but the failure…

   NHTSA complaint #11641960 · source
5. Filed Jan 2, 202559,000 miNJTowedEngine

   The contact owns a 2015 Ford Transit. The contact stated that while at a stop light, the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was towed to the local dealer to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the engine had seized and needed to be replaced. The cause of the engine failure was not yet determined. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was offered. The failure mileage was 59,000.

   NHTSA complaint #11633626 · source
6. Filed Dec 6, 202413,000 miNCEngine

   The contact owns a 2015 Ford Transit. The contact stated while driving at undisclosed speeds, the check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that the failure was related to Customer Satisfaction Program: 15B39 CPR and Technical Service Bulletin: 19-2091. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed with water intrusion from insufficient sealing in certain areas of the engine compartment, allowing water entry into the engine…

   NHTSA complaint #11629327 · source
7. Filed May 22, 2024CABrakesElectrical SystemEngine

   The Van looses all power. This has happened 4 times. The display will appear brake boost failure or engine failure. We were driving on the 60 fwy in the number one lane when this happened last. My husband was able maneuver to shoulder without causing an accident.

   NHTSA complaint #11590192 · source
8. Filed Jan 25, 2024NJEngine

   Hi, I’ve been getting water into my engine air filter box. I did some research and a lot of customers are having the same problem. Is there a fix for this..

   NHTSA complaint #11567722 · source
9. Filed Nov 20, 2023FLElectrical SystemEngineFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion

   While driving van displayed "engine fault service now" and lost all power in the middle of the road. I was able to pull over turn it off and back on and is running. This is happened to nearly our whole fleet of Ford Transits. I have put in a claim with Ford, as this is an extremely dangerous safety issue. It is causing my employees to feel like we are providing unsafe transportation, it is causing lost revenue due to vehicles being out of service and it is a potential…

   NHTSA complaint #11556068 · source
10. Filed Nov 15, 2023FLCrashElectrical SystemEngineFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion

    While driving on the highway, acceleration shuts down and I lose the ability to control speed. I had to coast to the side of the road even though the engine was still running and I was rear-ended. After I shut off the vehicle, it turned on and returned to normal operation. This has happened multiple times. The throttle body was replaced in 2021 at 117,444 miles and is having this issue again now. I have a fleet of Transit vehicles and this has happened on 4 transits from…

    NHTSA complaint #11555235 · source
11. Filed Aug 29, 2023FLBrakesEngineOther / Unknown

    This claim is to report that when I received the letter from Ford with the recall, I tried to book an appointment for said recall, which is impossible because they are giving them for 6 to 8 months. After trying several days, I got one in palmeto Ford, unfortunately the car failed exactly as the recall said and the transmission broke, affecting the brakes as well, which almost caused an accident in turpike, after this I left it at Ford transit at (16800 nw 57 Av, 33015)…

    NHTSA complaint #11541369 · source
12. Filed Mar 28, 2023MOEngineFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion

    The 2015 Ford Transit was designed such that rainwater from the windshield drains into the engine and sometimes floods the air filter system. This issue is documented in this NTSA TSB where it's stated: To resolve this condition, install updated water management hardware and/or a revised air cleaner cover. https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2019/MC-10156525-0001.pdf We were driving along an interstate and were on a long viaduct while it was raining. The engine stalled and we…

    NHTSA complaint #11514273 · source

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. View this vehicle on NHTSA.gov Methodology