Vehicle recallDVSA
Ford Transit recalled over a fire risk
On affected vehicles information on safety instructions (location of emergency exits fire extinguishers and emergency hammers) is missing in the SYNC information screen.
Check your product
Only vehicles within the listed VIN ranges or build dates are covered. A franchised dealer can confirm from your VIN.
1 identifier listed for this notice.
Transit
- Build datesThe build or first registration date is on the V5C.
- 28/04/2025 – 16/06/2025
- Manufacturer referenceThe manufacturer’s own campaign number. Quote it to the dealer.
- 25C40
What to do now
A fault could cause some Ford Transit to overheat or catch fire.
- Check whether your vehicle is affected using its registration number on the GOV.UK vehicle recall checker, or ask a franchised dealer.
- Contact a franchised dealer to book the free repair.
- Keep the manufacturer’s recall letter if you receive one, and update your address on the V5C so future letters reach you.
Why it matters. Vehicle fires can start while driving or parked. Some manufacturers advise parking outside until the repair is done.
Repairs and costs
You should not pay for a safety recall repair. Book it with a franchised dealer for the make and take your V5C or registration number.
If you have already paid for a repair to fix the same defect, ask the manufacturer whether it will reimburse you.
From the official notice
Published by the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (R/2025/429). Quoted as issued.
Summary
On affected vehicles information on safety instructions (location of emergency exits fire extinguishers and emergency hammers) is missing in the SYNC information screen.
Defect
On affected vehicles information on safety instructions (location of emergency exits fire extinguishers and emergency hammers) is missing in the SYNC information screen.
Remedy
Update the SYNC system software to add the necessary information and diagrams.
Models
Transit
Open the DVSA notice
Questions
Why are Ford Transit being recalled?
A fault could cause some Ford Transit to overheat or catch fire. Vehicle fires can start while driving or parked. Some manufacturers advise parking outside until the repair is done.
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?
Check whether your vehicle is affected using its registration number on the GOV.UK vehicle recall checker, or ask a franchised dealer. Contact a franchised dealer to book the free repair.
Will the repair cost anything?
You should not pay for a safety recall repair. Book it with a franchised dealer for the make and take your V5C or registration number. If you have already paid for a repair to fix the same defect, ask the manufacturer whether it will reimburse you.