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Ford Transit Reliability Grade

A-Overall

Excellent reliability

EngineA
TransmissionB

Grade a specific Ford Transit

Reliability changes from year to year. Pick a model year to see its grade, then add mileage and price to get a deal score and estimated miles remaining.

The Ford Transit earns an A- overall reliability grade from GradeMyCar, with an A for its engine and a B for its transmission. The transmission (B) is the weaker of its two major components, so ask for transmission service records and pay close attention to shifting on a test drive. Grades are based on 753 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2015-2023 model years, adjusted for how many were sold.

Ford Transit reliability by year

Overall grade for each model year, from owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Tap a year to see its full grade.

2015C+2016B+2017A-2018A2019A2020A-2021A2022A-2023B2024A

Best years: 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021 and 2022

Faded years are recent, so fewer complaints have come in. Their grades may change.

How long does the Ford Transit last?

170,000Estimated lifespan (miles)

A rough estimate for the model across all years, not measured for each model year.

Known Ford Transit problems

We track 2 known problem areas for the Ford Transit, including which model years they affect. They're in the full report, along with miles remaining and a deal score for the car you're looking at.

See Transit problems

Ford Transit vs. other full-size vans

ModelEngineTrans.Overall
Ford Transit A B A-

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Ford Transit reliability FAQ

Is the Ford Transit reliable?

Excellent reliability. The Ford Transit earns an A- overall reliability grade from GradeMyCar, with an A for its engine and a B for its transmission. The transmission (B) is the weaker of its two major components, so ask for transmission service records and pay close attention to shifting on a test drive. Grades are based on 753 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2015-2023 model years, adjusted for how many were sold.

How many miles will a Ford Transit last?

We estimate a well-maintained Ford Transit lasts around 170,000 miles. That's a rough figure for the model across all years, not measured for each model year, so check the grade for the year you're looking at.

What are the best years for the Ford Transit?

Based on NHTSA owner complaints, the most reliable Ford Transit model years are 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021 and 2022.

What Ford Transit years should I avoid?

No Ford Transit model year stands out as a problem year in NHTSA owner complaints.

Is the Ford Transit transmission reliable?

GradeMyCar grades the Ford Transit transmission a B (above-average reliability). Reliability varies by model year, so grade the specific year you're looking at.

Is the Ford Transit engine reliable?

GradeMyCar grades the Ford Transit engine an A (excellent reliability).