How many brake complaints does the 2015 Ford Transit have?

NHTSA lists 21 brake-related complaints for the 2015 Transit, which is 11% of the 193 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a brake recall for the 2015 Ford Transit?

Yes. Recall 14V482000 covers brake fluid leaking from rear caliper-to-hose joints, and recall 21V631000 addresses a parking brake cable that can contact a driveshaft damper shield.

At what mileage do 2015 Transit brake problems usually appear?

The median mileage at failure for brake-related complaints on the 2015 Transit is 42,932 miles.

Did the 2015 Transit brake issues cause any crashes or injuries?

No. NHTSA data shows zero crashes, fires, and injuries linked to brake complaints on the 2015 Transit.

2015 Ford Transit Brakes Problems

NHTSA lists 21 brake-related complaints for the 2015 Ford Transit, 11% of its 193 total complaints for the year, with a median failure mileage of 42,932 miles. Two brake-related recalls exist: 21V631000 (parking brake cable clearance) and 14V482000 (rear brake caliper hose leaks). No crashes, fires, or injuries were reported in this area.

Brakes complaints: 21; 11% of 193
Crashes reported: 0
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 42,932 mi
Related recalls: 2

Typical brake symptoms owners report

Rear brake calipers freeze up or leak brake fluid, sometimes discovered during routine tire rotation.
Driveshaft flange or driveline failures blow apart brake lines, causing sudden loss of braking at highway speed.
Rear brake pads and rotors wear out unusually fast, with owners reporting pads worn down within a short mileage span and rotors running hotter than normal.
Broken calipers and caliper bolts recur repeatedly on the same vehicle despite prior brake repairs.
Rear brake caliper anchor plates or brackets reported as improperly installed, matching a related technical bulletin referenced by an owner.

When 2015 Ford Transit brake complaints were filed

First complaint Sep 8, 2016, latest Aug 31, 2026.

21 complaints filed with NHTSA from Sep 2016 to Aug 2026; peak Sep 2016 (2).

Brakes recalls for the 2015 Ford Transit

NHTSA 21V631000Aug 11, 2021Brakes30 vehicles
Parking brake:conventional:mechanical:linkage and cable
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2020 Transit vehicles. An incorrect driveshaft torsional damper service kit may have been installed, which can allow the damper shield to contact the parking brake cable, possibly resulting in parking brake failure.
Risk: Parking brake failure can result in unintended vehicle movement, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the passenger side parking brake cable with a cable that provides sufficient clearance to the damper shield, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters were mailed on September 24, 2021. Owner notification letters were mailed on March 14, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21S39.
NHTSA 14V482000Aug 6, 2014Brakes1,290 vehicles
Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2015 Transit vehicles manufactured April 3, 2014, to May 27, 2014. Brake fluid may leak from the brake hose/caliper junctions at the rear of the vehicle.
Risk: A brake fluid leak may lengthen the distance needed to stop the vehicle. If both of the rear brake junctions leak, there may a complete loss of braking. Either of these scenarios increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the sealing washers on both rear brake caliper to brake hose joints, free of charge. The recall began in August 2014. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 14S15.

Brakes complaints by Transit model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

20140 (0%)
201521 (11%)
201615 (10%)
20175 (5%)
20182 (4%)
20198 (22%)
20205 (6%)
20211 (4%)
20223 (8%)
20232 (4%)
20241 (4%)
20251 (33%)

Frequently asked questions

How many brake complaints does the 2015 Ford Transit have?: NHTSA lists 21 brake-related complaints for the 2015 Transit, which is 11% of the 193 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a brake recall for the 2015 Ford Transit?: Yes. Recall 14V482000 covers brake fluid leaking from rear caliper-to-hose joints, and recall 21V631000 addresses a parking brake cable that can contact a driveshaft damper shield.
At what mileage do 2015 Transit brake problems usually appear?: The median mileage at failure for brake-related complaints on the 2015 Transit is 42,932 miles.
Did the 2015 Transit brake issues cause any crashes or injuries?: No. NHTSA data shows zero crashes, fires, and injuries linked to brake complaints on the 2015 Transit.