NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2019 Ford Transit Safety Ratings
The 2019 Ford Transit scores 57 out of 100 on the NHTSA Safety Index (Weak), 9 recalls, and 36 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
The 2019 Ford Transit earned a 1 out of 5-star rating for rollover resistance, a notable data point for potential buyers. This, combined with the absence of both forward collision warning and lane departure warning systems, contributed to its overall NHTSA Safety Index score of 57/100, placing it in the Weak band. These specific safety omissions should be carefully considered.
The 2019 Ford Transit High Roof 15-Passenger Wagon received a 1/5-star rollover rating and a NHTSA Safety Index of 57/100, based on NHTSA crash test and recall data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
Among the 2 Hatchback/Wagons from 2019 that NHTSA has crash-tested, the 2019 Ford Transit ranks 2 for overall NHTSA Safety Index.
- urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
| NHTSA Safety Index | 57 / 100 (Weak) |
|---|---|
| Frontal / Side / Rollover | 5 / 1 stars |
| Rollover risk | 45.1% |
| Recalls on file | 9 |
| Owner complaints | 36 (unverified allegations) |
| Class rank | 2 of 2 Hatchback/Wagons tested for 2019 |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2019 Ford Transit?
A 45 percent rollover risk, resulting in a 1 out of 5-star rollover rating from NHTSA, defines the 2019 Ford Transit High Roof 15-Passenger Wagon. This figure heavily influences the model's overall crash protection score of 45.1 out of a possible 70 points. This passenger wagon achieves a NHTSA Safety Index of 57/100, placing it in the Weak band. Further affecting its safety assessment is an avoidance technology sub-score of 2 out of 10. This low score reflects the absence of both forward collision warning and lane departure warning systems, leaving electronic stability control as the only active safety technology present in this configuration. The vehicle's defect record contributes 10 out of 20 points, based on nine recall campaigns. These recalls address a range of issues, including wheelchair restraint anchors and seat belt retractors in conversion builds, as well as a parking brake linkage concern attributed to an incorrect service part. No prior-year Safety Index is available for comparison. The combination of a strong side-crash result with one of the lowest possible rollover scores is a distinct characteristic of this model year and configuration, reflecting the inherent physics of a tall, high-roof passenger van.
NCAP // CRASH TESTHow did the 2019 Ford Transit perform in crash tests?
The 2019 Ford Transit earned a perfect 5 out of 5 stars in the side-crash test. This stands in contrast to its rollover rating, which received a stark 1 out of 5 stars, indicating a 45 percent rollover risk. While the dynamic tip test recorded no tip, the overall and frontal crash test ratings for this configuration remain unrated.
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 13721
Index breakdown
NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images
Crash-test images are US federal government works (NHTSA / NCAP), public domain.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2019 Ford Transit have any recalls?
Nine recall campaigns cover the 2019 Ford Transit. Named components include wheelchair restraint latches and anchors, a backup camera sensing system, a parking brake mechanical linkage tied to an incorrect driveshaft torsional damper service kit, rear suspension aluminum alloy wheel mounting, and front seat belt retractors on converted van builds. Shoppers should run a VIN check for open remedy status.
EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY:WHEELCHAIR RESTRAINTS/SECUREMENT:LATCH/ANCHOR:25V876000
Risk: An unsecured wheelchair can move during transit, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Rollx will work with Q'Straint to inspect and replace the retractors as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 5, 2026. Owners may contact Rollx's customer service at 1-800-956-6668.
Reported 2025-12-17
BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA25V572000
Risk: A rearview camera that displays an inverted, distorted, or blank image can reduce the driver’s view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the rearview camera as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 13, 2026. Ford owners will receive letters in phases, beginning January 2026 and June 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S89. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall number 25V270. Vehicle Identificatio
Reported 2025-09-04
PARKING BRAKE:CONVENTIONAL:MECHANICAL:LINKAGE AND CABLE21V631000
Risk: Parking brake failure can result in unintended vehicle movement, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: 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.
Reported 2021-08-11
SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY21V324000
Risk: Fractured studs may allow the wheel to detach, increasing the risk of crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and if necessary, replace the rear axle shaft assembly, axle shaft mounting bolts, and rear wheel lug nuts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 28, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21S21.
Reported 2021-05-07
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR20V250000
Risk: An unsecured occupant has an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Remedy: National Van Builders will notify owners, and dealers will replace the retractors, free of charge. The recall began May 19, 2020. Owners may contact Freedman customer service at 1-800-443-4540 or National Van Builders customer service at 1-800-527-7477.
Reported 2020-05-05
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR20V222000
Risk: An unsecured occupant has an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Remedy: TransitWorks will notify owners, and dealers will replace the retractors, free of charge. The recall began May 13, 2020. Dealers can contact Freedman Seating Company for parts and reimbursement information at 1-800-443-4540.
Reported 2020-04-20
STRUCTURE:EMERGENCY:ESCAPE/EGRESS/EXIT19V439000
Risk: If the tempered glass roof hatch shatters, glass fragments may fall onto passengers, increasing the risk of an injury.
Remedy: LA West will notify owners, and dealers will replace the hatch lids, free of charge. The recall began July 11, 2019. Owners may contact LA West customer service at 1-704-498-4940.
Reported 2019-06-11
SEATS19V229000
Risk: In the event of a crash, if the seat back moves, the seat occupant has an increased risk of injury.
Remedy: 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.
Reported 2019-03-22
POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT19V103000
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.
Remedy: 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.
Reported 2019-02-21
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2019 Ford Transit?
Thirty-six owner complaints have been reported to NHTSA for the 2019 Ford Transit. These are unverified consumer allegations. The most frequently alleged problem areas are Service Brakes and Unknown Or Other issues, each with 7 reports, followed by the Electrical System with 5 alleged reports, and Vehicle Speed Control with 4.
36 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2019 Ford Transit?
Any shopper considering this 7-year-old vehicle should run the VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup tool before purchase. Nine recall campaigns are on record, and remedy completion varies by vehicle history. Confirm in writing which campaigns have been completed and which, if any, remain open.
- The 2019 Ford Transit's rollover rating is 1/5 stars from NHTSA, with a 45 percent rollover risk recorded for this high-roof, 15-passenger configuration specifically.
- Nine recall campaigns are attached to this model year, covering components as varied as wheelchair restraint anchors, backup camera systems, parking brake linkage, rear axle wheel mounting on aluminum-wheel units, and front seat belt retractors in converted builds.
- Neither forward collision warning nor lane departure warning is present on this configuration, producing an avoidance technology sub-score of just 2/10 in the Safety Index.
- Thirty-six unverified complaints on file with NHTSA name Service Brakes and the Electrical System among the most frequently alleged problem areas, with the most recent report submitted in early 2026.
RANKINGSWhere the 2019 Ford Transit places
The 2019 Ford Transit qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2019 Ford Transit safety questions
Was the 2019 Ford Transit crash-tested by NHTSA?
Yes. NHTSA crash-tested the 2019 Ford Transit, and it earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 57 out of 100, placing it in the Weak band. The index combines federal crash-test stars, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the recall record.
What are the 2019 Ford Transit crash-test star ratings?
In NHTSA testing the 2019 Ford Transit earned 5 out of 5 stars for side and 1 out of 5 stars for rollover. Its measured rollover risk is 45.1%. Categories NHTSA did not test show as not rated.
How many recalls does the 2019 Ford Transit have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 9 vehicle recalls are on file for the 2019 Ford Transit. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2019 Ford Transit?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 36 owner complaints are on file for the 2019 Ford Transit. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects, and include reports involving a crash.
Cross-check this record against independent expert reviews and the live NHTSA database before you buy.
Other Transit years
Rivals in Hatchback/Wagon (2019)
| Vehicle | NHTSA Safety Index | Overall stars | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 Ford Transit Connect | 75/100 | not rated | 8 |
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: New Car Assessment Program crash tests (VehicleId 13721), the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Ford Transit 2019.
- SCORE The NHTSA Safety Index (0-100) weights crash protection, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the defect record. Full formula on the methodology page. It ranks 2 of 2 in the Hatchback/Wagon class for 2019.
- EDITED Written by the MotorCaliber Safety Desk and reviewed for accuracy and plain-language clarity by Ivanna Verstliar, Editor, against the source figures on this page.
- VERIFIED Data last synced Oct 1, 2026. Recalls change; confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. See our corrections policy and disclosure.