Transit Custom
Ford is recalling Transit Custom passenger vans distributed in Germany because metal shavings from the high-security lock installation may have damaged the seatbelt, reducing its ability to restrain passengers during an accident. This affects vans that do not meet motor vehicle safety regulations. This is classified as a Class I recall, the most serious type.
- Recalling firm
- Ford
- Product
- Passenger van. TRANSIT CUSTOM
- Reason
- During installation of the high-security locks, metal shavings from the B-pillar may have damaged the seatbelt. This could reduce the restraining effectiveness of the seatbelt in the event of an accident, increasing the risk of injury. The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
- Classification
- Class I
- Category
- vehicle recall
- Country
- European Union
- Agency
- SAFETY-GATE
- Recall date
- 2026-07-24
- Status
- Ongoing
- Areas affected
- DE
- Distribution
- Germany
Official recall notice from SAFETY-GATE
Recall details on Nibble Recalls: https://trynibble.app/recalls/ddd77d73-a231-49ff-bddb-5ff7433a99d5