NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2024 Ford Transit Safety Ratings
The 2024 Ford Transit scores 59 out of 100 on the NHTSA Safety Index (Weak), with a 3-star overall NHTSA crash rating, 10 recalls, and 26 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
The 2024 Ford Transit achieves a 59/100 on the NHTSA Safety Index, a score placing it in the Weak band. While this represents a 7-point increase over the 2023 model, indicating some progress, the Weak designation signals persistent deficiencies in crash protection and avoidance systems that prospective buyers must consider.
The 2024 Ford Transit holds a NHTSA Safety Index of 59 out of 100 and a 2-out-of-5-star NHTSA rollover rating, according to NHTSA crash-test and recall data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
Among the 91 Sedans from 2024 that NHTSA has crash-tested, the 2024 Ford Transit ranks 91 for overall NHTSA Safety Index.
- urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
| NHTSA Safety Index | 59 / 100 (Weak) |
|---|---|
| Overall crash rating | 3 of 5 stars |
| Frontal / Side / Rollover | 3 / 5 / 2 stars |
| Rollover risk | 35.6% |
| Recalls on file | 10 |
| Owner complaints | 26 (unverified allegations) |
| Class rank | 91 of 91 Sedans tested for 2024 |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2024 Ford Transit?
The 2024 Ford Transit carries a significant rollover risk, rated at 2 out of 5 stars by NHTSA, with a 36 percent chance of rollover. This figure is critical for a vehicle of its size and intended passenger capacity. The model year earns an overall Safety Index score of 59 out of 100, placing it in the Weak band, despite a 7-point improvement over the 2023 model's 52. Crash protection accounts for 48 of a possible 70 points in the index, a performance that aligns with its mixed NHTSA star ratings. A key area for improvement is avoidance technology, which scored 3.5 out of 10 points; lane departure warning is offered only as an option, not as standard equipment. The defect record also contributed to the overall score, with 7.5 out of 20 points. This sub-score reflects 10 recall campaigns. Several of these recalls involved a pattern of cascading corrections where previous repair attempts were insufficient. For instance, a steering recall addresses vehicles that had undergone two prior campaigns without receiving a permanent fix. Additionally, a structural frame crossmember recall presents a distinct safety concern, particularly for a high-roof passenger van designed to transport up to 15 occupants.
NCAP // CRASH TESTHow did the 2024 Ford Transit perform in crash tests?
The 2024 Ford Transit earned an overall safety rating of 3 out of 5 stars from NHTSA. Its side-impact protection is a clear strength, rated at 5 out of 5 stars. Frontal crash protection received a 3 out of 5 star rating. Rollover resistance, however, presents a notable concern, with a 2 out of 5 star rating and a 36 percent measured rollover risk, despite the dynamic tip test concluding with a "No Tip" result.
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 19169
Index breakdown
NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images
Crash-test images are US federal government works (NHTSA / NCAP), public domain.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2024 Ford Transit have any recalls?
Ten recall campaigns cover this model year. Active issues include a frame crossmember that may not be secured properly, a steering defect tied to prior incomplete repairs under two earlier campaigns, an axle shaft issue from a previously remedied recall, a back-over prevention software flaw spanning a broad Ford lineup, and a third-party wheelchair restraint latch concern from Rollx Vans. No park-outside or do-not-drive directive is noted in the data provided, but the overlapping structural and steering campaigns warrant prompt VIN verification.
STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS26V061000
Risk: A loss of drive power or brake failure increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the cross member fasteners, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 22, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S04. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on February 4, 2026.
Reported 2026-02-03
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
STEERING25V623000
Risk: Incorrect tires and an incorrect steering coupler cover can cause a loss of brake function, loss of steering control, or damage to tires, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and if necessary, replace the tires, tire placard, and certification label, and also recalibrate the vehicle. Additionally, dealers will remove the steering coupler cover. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 10, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S95. Vehicle Id
Reported 2025-09-18
BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE25V315000
Risk: A frozen or missing rearview camera image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: The accessory protocol interface module (APIM) software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air update, free of charge. This will be a phased campaign, with the remedy becoming available in different phases based on model and model years. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed on June 26, 2025. Additional letters will be mailed once the final remedy is avail
Reported 2025-05-09
POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT24V805000
Risk: Rear wheel lock-up or separation of the wheel from the axle shaft can result in loss of vehicle control or loss of drive power. In addition, the vehicle may roll in park if the parking brake is not applied. Any of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the rear axle shaft bolts, replace incorrect bolts as necessary, and fill the differential fluid if needed, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 13, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S67.
Reported 2024-10-25
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS24V636000
Risk: An overloaded vehicle may result in steering knuckle failure and a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the labels, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 23, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S53.
Reported 2024-08-23
STEERING:COLUMN24V591000
Risk: A loss of steering control can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the steering column intermediate shaft bolt, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on February 14, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S48.
Reported 2024-08-09
STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM24V542000
Risk: A loss of power steering assist can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will install a new EPAS ground pigtail kit, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on January 10, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S46.
Reported 2024-07-19
TIRES24V226000
Risk: Damaged tires may experience a sudden loss of air pressure or tread separation, causing a loss of vehicle control and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the tires, tire placard, and certification label, and also recalibrate the vehicle, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on March 26, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S21.
Reported 2024-03-22
POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT24V102000
Risk: Wheel lock-up or driveshaft separation can result in a loss of drive power. A disconnected driveshaft can also result in a roll away when the vehicle is in park without the parking brake applied. Any of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the rear axle, and replace the axle bearings or axle assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 4, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S05.
Reported 2024-02-09
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2024 Ford Transit?
NHTSA has received 26 unverified owner complaints for the 2024 Ford Transit. The most frequently alleged problem areas are Structure with 6 reports, Wheels with 4, and Power Train, Electrical System, Engine, and Back Over Prevention each with 3 alleged reports. Two fires and two injuries are alleged in this complaint set. All are unverified consumer allegations.
26 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2024 Ford Transit?
Confirming all recall remedies have been completed is the most important safety step a buyer can take for a used 2024 Ford Transit. The model has 10 recall campaigns on record. These include cascading steering and axle corrections tied to prior incomplete repairs. Buyers should run the VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup tool at nhtsa.gov.
- The 2024 model year carries 10 NHTSA recall campaigns, including a frame crossmember securement issue and a steering recall that corrects prior incomplete repairs from two earlier campaigns, making VIN-level remedy verification essential.
- NHTSA's rollover rating for this configuration is 2 out of 5 stars with a 36 percent rollover risk, the lowest individual star score in the vehicle's crash-test profile and a direct safety consideration for a high-roof 15-passenger van.
- The Safety Index improved 7 points year-over-year from 52 in 2023 to 59 in 2024, but the avoidance technology sub-score of 3.5 out of 10 reflects that lane departure warning remains optional rather than standard on this trim, limiting the safety floor for buyers who do not confirm that option is present.
- Twenty-six unverified complaints filed with NHTSA allege issues concentrated in Structure, Wheels, Power Train, Electrical System, Engine, and Back Over Prevention, with two alleged fires and two alleged injuries reported in this complaint set.
RANKINGSWhere the 2024 Ford Transit places
The 2024 Ford Transit qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2024 Ford Transit safety questions
Was the 2024 Ford Transit crash-tested by NHTSA?
Yes. NHTSA crash-tested the 2024 Ford Transit, and it earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 59 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 2024 Ford Transit crash-test star ratings?
In NHTSA testing the 2024 Ford Transit earned 3 out of 5 stars for overall, 3 out of 5 stars for frontal, 5 out of 5 stars for side, and 2 out of 5 stars for rollover. Its measured rollover risk is 35.6%. Categories NHTSA did not test show as not rated.
How many recalls does the 2024 Ford Transit have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 10 vehicle recalls are on file for the 2024 Ford Transit. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2024 Ford Transit?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 26 owner complaints are on file for the 2024 Ford Transit. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects, and include reports involving a fire.
Cross-check this record against independent expert reviews and the live NHTSA database before you buy.
Other Transit years
Rivals in Sedan (2024)
| Vehicle | NHTSA Safety Index | Overall stars | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 Audi A4 Allroad | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2024 Audi RS 5 Sportback | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2024 Audi S4 | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2024 Audi S5 Sportback | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2024 Hyundai Elantra N | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2024 Infiniti Q50 | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: New Car Assessment Program crash tests (VehicleId 19169), the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Ford Transit 2024.
- 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 91 of 91 in the Sedan class for 2024.
- 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.