Recalls: Ford VM Transit bus
Overview
Manufacturers, or importers, issue recalls for defects or faults which have the potential to cause injury. Generally, manufacturers will inform the original buyers if their vehicle is subject to a recall and of the steps required to remedy the defect or fault. Please note that the recalls below (if any) are for Australian-delivered vehicles only. Furthermore, the number of recalls should not be taken as an indication of a model’s reliability or its safety more generally.
Recalls: Ford VM Transit bus
2006-07 Ford VM Transit: front suspension clamping bolt
In June and July 2007, recalls were issued for Ford VM Transit buses manufactured from May 2006 to June 2007. In these vehicles, the front suspension strut-to-knuckle clamping bolt could have variations in its surface finish; in combination with low torque of the clamping bolt, the strut could move in the knuckle, resulting in the tyre contacting the wheel arch (PRA 2007/9332 and PRA 2007/9369).
2007-08 Ford Transit: accessory belt could fail prematurely
In December 2007 and March 2008, recalls were issued for certain Ford VM Transit buses manufactured from 21 September 2007 and 5 November 2007. In these vehicles, the engine may have been fitted with a front end accessory drive belt that could delaminate and prematurely fail (PRA 2007/9704 and PRA 2008/9909).
2006 Ford Transit 2.4 Diesel: steering fluid leak and fire hazard
In July 2008, a recall was issued for Ford VM Transit buses manufactured from 29 March 2006 to 12 December 2006 and fitted with the 2.4-litre turbo-diesel engine. For these vehicles, the retaining snap ring for the pipe connecting to the power steering system pump could wear and enable the pipe to detach from the pump, resulting in a loss of power steering assistance and power steering fluid leaking into the engine compartment. The power steering could also contact the exhaust manifold and ignite. To fix, a retaining collar was developed to prevent the pipe detaching from the pump nut (PRA 2008/10045, PRA 2008/10165).
2007 Ford Transit: steering wheel could detach
In November 2009, a recall was issued for Ford VM Transit buses manufactured from 1 July 2007 to 31 August 2007. In these vehicles, a small quantity of steering wheels may have a defect with the casting of the steering wheel hub assembly – this could cause a fatigue failure and result in the steering wheel becoming detached from the steering column (PRA 2009/11193).
Problems and faults: Ford VM Transit bus
Overview
This section identifies potential problems, causes and fixes based on the experiences of owners and repairers, online sources and technical service bulletins. This information is provided solely for reference purposes and AustralianCar.Reviews recommends that only properly qualified persons carry out repairs or modifications. Furthermore, the number of items below should not be taken as an indicator of a model’s reliability or the frequency with which they may occur.
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2008 Ford Transit: brake pipe may chafe
In 2009, Ford UK issued a ‘non-code action’ for Ford Transit vehicles that were manufactured from 1 July 2008 to 31 October 2008. For affected Ford Transit vehicles, the brake pipe could chafe (NCA/2009/007). If not addressed, the brake pipe could develop a leak and the loss of brake fluid could cause a loss of power braking assistance.
2011-13 Ford VM Transit with 2.2 Duratorq TDCi engine: oil pump failure
In 2015, Ford UK issued a ‘non-code action’ for Ford Transit vehicles that:
- Had 2.2-litre Duratorq TDCi (ZSD-422 Puma) engines which complied with Euro V emissions standards (in 74, 92, 103 or 114 kW outputs); and,
- Were manufactured from 1 October 2011 to 4 October 2013.
For these Ford Transit vehicles, high mileage and drive cycle conditions could cause ‘increased wear’ within the variable displacement oil pump such that its sliding vanes could break. If this occurred, oil pressure would be lost and both the turbocharger and engine could sustain serious damage; the oil warning light would also illuminate to warn the driver of a loss of oil pressure, such that the vehicle should no longer be driven. For affected vehicles, a revised oil pump was to be fitted (NCA/2015/015).
