Vehicle recallDVSA
Ford Transit, Transit Custom and Tourneo Custom recalled over an electrical or software fault
Affected vehicles may have an Electronic One-Way Clutch Assembly built with an unseated snap ring which may lead to a sudden and unexpected loss of forward or reverse movement.
Check your product
Only vehicles within the listed VIN ranges or build dates are covered. A franchised dealer can confirm from your VIN.
3 identifiers listed for this notice.
Transit
- Build datesThe build or first registration date is on the V5C.
- 04/12/2025 – 07/01/2026
- 06/11/2025 – 04/03/2026
- 25/03/2026 – 06/05/2026
- 25/10/2025 – 16/02/2026
- 02/04/2026 – 21/04/2026
- Manufacturer referenceThe manufacturer’s own campaign number. Quote it to the dealer.
- 26S49
Transit Custom
- Build dates
- 16/10/2025 – 19/01/2026
- 26/02/2026 – 27/05/2026
- Manufacturer reference
- 26S49
Tourneo Custom
- Build dates
- 18/10/2025 – 15/11/2025
- 04/05/2026 – 07/05/2026
- Manufacturer reference
- 26S49
What to do now
An electrical or software fault affects some Ford Transit, Transit Custom and Tourneo Custom.
- Enter your registration number on the GOV.UK recall checker, or ask a franchised dealer to check the VIN.
- Book the recall work with a franchised dealer for the make. Recall repairs are carried out free of charge.
- Make sure the DVLA has your current address, as recall letters go to the registered keeper.
Why it matters. Electrical and software faults can affect lights, warnings, cameras or driver assistance systems, and some can lead to a loss of function while driving.
Repairs and costs
Safety recall work is carried out by franchised dealers free of charge, whether or not you are the first owner and whether or not the vehicle is still under warranty.
If a dealer will not carry out the recall work, contact the manufacturer’s customer services and, if that does not resolve it, the DVSA.
From the official notice
Published by the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (R/2026/306). Quoted as issued.
Summary
Affected vehicles may have an Electronic One-Way Clutch Assembly built with an unseated snap ring which may lead to a sudden and unexpected loss of forward or reverse movement.
Defect
Affected vehicles may have an Electronic One-Way Clutch Assembly built with an unseated snap ring which may lead to a sudden and unexpected loss of forward or reverse movement.
Remedy
Disassemble the transmission to check the snap ring is correctly seated and replace any necessary parts.
Models
Transit, Transit Custom, Tourneo Custom
Open the DVSA notice
Questions
Why are Ford Transit, Transit Custom and Tourneo Custom being recalled?
An electrical or software fault affects some Ford Transit, Transit Custom and Tourneo Custom. Electrical and software faults can affect lights, warnings, cameras or driver assistance systems, and some can lead to a loss of function while driving.
How do I know if my vehicle is affected?
Enter your registration number on the GOV.UK vehicle recall checker or ask a franchised dealer, who can check your VIN against the manufacturer’s campaign. The VIN ranges and build dates published by the DVSA are listed on this page.
What should I do now?
Enter your registration number on the GOV.UK recall checker, or ask a franchised dealer to check the VIN. Book the recall work with a franchised dealer for the make. Recall repairs are carried out free of charge.
Will the repair cost anything?
Safety recall work is carried out by franchised dealers free of charge, whether or not you are the first owner and whether or not the vehicle is still under warranty. If a dealer will not carry out the recall work, contact the manufacturer’s customer services and, if that does not resolve it, the DVSA.