How common are fuel system complaints on the 2015 Ford Transit?

NHTSA lists 32 Fuel System complaints for the 2015 Transit, which is 17% of the 193 total complaints filed for that model year, the highest fuel system share among Transit years shown in this data.

Is there a fuel system recall for the 2015 Ford Transit?

Yes. Recall 16V618000 covers a fuel injector or fuel volume control valve issue on 2015-2016 Transit vans with the 3.2L diesel engine, and recall 14V708000 covers a fuel filter bracket that may detach from the frame crossmember on some 2015 Transit vans.

At what mileage do fuel system problems typically show up?

NHTSA data shows a median mileage at failure of 59,160.5 miles for fuel system complaints on the 2015 Transit.

Did the fuel system issue cause any crashes or fires?

NHTSA records show 1 crash and 0 fires linked to complaints in this area for the 2015 Transit, with 0 injuries reported.

How does 2015 compare to other Transit model years for fuel system complaints?

The 2015 Transit's 32 fuel system complaints (17% share) are far higher than 2016 (14 complaints, 9%), 2017 (4, 4%), and later years, which mostly show 4 or fewer complaints.

2015 Ford Transit Fuel System Problems

NHTSA lists 32 Fuel System complaints for the 2015 Ford Transit, 17% of its 193 total complaints for the year, the highest share of any Transit model year. Two related recalls cover a fuel injector/fuel volume control valve issue (16V618000) and a detaching fuel filter bracket (14V708000).

Fuel System complaints: 32; 17% of 193
Crashes reported: 1
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 59,161 mi
Related recalls: 2

Typical fuel system symptoms owners report

Owners report a strong fuel or diesel odor inside the cabin at various speeds, sometimes causing nausea or dizziness.
Vehicles fail to restart after fueling, requiring multiple attempts before the engine catches.
Metal shavings or filings turn up in the fuel filter, fuel injector, and fuel tank, leading to replacement of the pump, injectors, filter, and rail.
The engine stalls or drops into limp mode at highway speed, in one case traced to a faulty fuel pump control module.
A poor fuel filter warning light comes on and the technician finds metal filings inside the filter.

When 2015 Ford Transit fuel system complaints were filed

First complaint Sep 6, 2016, latest Mar 13, 2026.

32 complaints filed with NHTSA from Sep 2016 to Mar 2026; peak Mar 2023 (3).

Fuel System recalls for the 2015 Ford Transit

NHTSA 16V618000Aug 24, 2016Fuel System2,013 vehicles
Fuel system, diesel
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Transit vehicles manufactured July 15, 2015, to April 14, 2016 and equipped with a 3.2L diesel engine. A fuel injector or the fuel volume control valve may clog due to metallic debris within the fuel system.
Risk: If debris clogs the fuel system, the engine may stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel injection pump and associated parts and, if necessary, will replace the fuel filter and flush the fuel system, free of charge. The recall began on October 14, 2016. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16S32.
NHTSA 14V708000Nov 5, 2014Fuel System89 vehicles
Fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly:mounting
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2015 Ford Transit vehicles manufactured July 28, 2014, to August 7, 2014. In the affected vehicles the fuel filter bracket mounting may detach from the frame cross member over time.
Risk: A separation of the fuel filter from the cross member will disrupt distribution of fuel to the engine, thereby inducing an engine stall. An unexpected engine stall while driving increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will install a reinforcement plate, free of charge. The recall began on December 19, 2014. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 14S23.

Fuel System complaints by Transit model year

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

20140 (0%)
201532 (17%)
201614 (9%)
20174 (4%)
20184 (7%)
20190 (0%)
20200 (0%)
20210 (0%)
20224 (11%)
20233 (5%)
20242 (7%)
20250 (0%)

Frequently asked questions

How common are fuel system complaints on the 2015 Ford Transit?: NHTSA lists 32 Fuel System complaints for the 2015 Transit, which is 17% of the 193 total complaints filed for that model year, the highest fuel system share among Transit years shown in this data.
Is there a fuel system recall for the 2015 Ford Transit?: Yes. Recall 16V618000 covers a fuel injector or fuel volume control valve issue on 2015-2016 Transit vans with the 3.2L diesel engine, and recall 14V708000 covers a fuel filter bracket that may detach from the frame crossmember on some 2015 Transit vans.
At what mileage do fuel system problems typically show up?: NHTSA data shows a median mileage at failure of 59,160.5 miles for fuel system complaints on the 2015 Transit.
Did the fuel system issue cause any crashes or fires?: NHTSA records show 1 crash and 0 fires linked to complaints in this area for the 2015 Transit, with 0 injuries reported.
How does 2015 compare to other Transit model years for fuel system complaints?: The 2015 Transit's 32 fuel system complaints (17% share) are far higher than 2016 (14 complaints, 9%), 2017 (4, 4%), and later years, which mostly show 4 or fewer complaints.