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2021 Ford Transit

Everything Canada’s open data holds on this vehicle: what has been recalled, what it costs to run, and how efficient it is compared with everything else on the road.

Recalls

5

5 current

Combined

9.3L/100 km

Fuel, a year

$2,883

20,000 km, Ontario prices

Recalls

Good news: Recall repairs cost you nothing. Book with any manufacturer dealer and quote the recall number — no time limit, however many owners the vehicle has had.

Visual System

Transport Canada recall 2025360 · manufacturer campaign 25S72

27 June 2025

Transport Canada lists: Bronco 2021–2024 · Ecosport 2020–2021 · Edge 2019–2020 · Escape 2020–2022 · and 18 more

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, a software problem could cause the rearview camera image not to display when the transmission is shifted into reverse. Canadian regulations require the rearview image to display when the vehicle is reversing.

Why it matters

A rearview camera image that doesn't display could reduce a driver's ability to see behind the vehicle while backing up. This could increase the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

Ford will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to update the SYNC software.

16,575 vehicles affected in CanadaCarSafety Mfr

Accessories

Transport Canada recall 2023328 · manufacturer campaign PG5215

5 June 2023

Transport Canada lists: Transit 2021–2022

What is wrong

On a small number of vehicles modified by Crew Chief Conversions, a fuel hose on the generator may not be properly secured and could leak fuel. Note: This recall only affects vehicles equipped with an Onan QG 2800i generator.

Why it matters

A fuel leak can create the risk of a fire.

What the dealer will do

Crew Chief Conversions will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a Cummins authorized service center to inspect the fuel hose between the generator fuel filter and injection pump module. The fuel hose and clamps will be replaced, if necessary. To reduce the safety risk, Crew Chief Conversions advises that you should not use the generator until the recall inspection is completed.

2 vehicles affected in CanadaLight Truck & VanSafety Mfr

Powertrain

Transport Canada recall 2022311 · manufacturer campaign 22S43

13 June 2022

Transport Canada lists: C Max 2013–2018 · Edge 2015–2018 · Escape 2013–2019 · Fusion 2013–2016 · and 1 more

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the shift cable may detach from the transmission. This could cause the transmission not to shift gears when the shifter is moved. As a result, the transmission could be in a different gear than the gear shifter indicates. If a driver attempts to exit the vehicle while the transmission is not in Park, and the parking brake is not applied, the vehicle could move suddenly.

Why it matters

Sudden and unexpected movement of the vehicle could increase the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

Ford will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealership to replace the transmission shifter cable bushing and install a protective service cap. Ford advises that you should apply the parking brake each time the vehicle is parked.

362,062 vehicles affected in CanadaSUVSafety Mfr

Seats And Restraints

Transport Canada recall 2021481 · manufacturer campaign 21C18

4 August 2021

Transport Canada lists: Transit 2021

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the front passenger seat belt assembly may contain a defective automatic locking retractor (ALR). As a result, the seat belt may not properly lock to secure a child seat.

Why it matters

A seat belt that is not properly locked could prevent a child seat from being properly secured, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.

What the dealer will do

Ford will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealer to inspect the seat belt. It will be replaced, if necessary.

7,029 vehicles affected in CanadaLight Truck & VanCompliance Mfr

Powertrain

Transport Canada recall 2021309 · manufacturer campaign 21S24

24 May 2021

Transport Canada lists: Transit 2013–2021

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the shift cable may detach from the transmission. This could cause the transmission not to shift gears when the shifter is moved. As a result, the transmission could be in a different gear than the gear shifter indicates. If a driver attempts to exit the vehicle while the transmission is not in Park, and the parking brake is not applied, the vehicle could move suddenly. Note: This recall only affects vehicles equipped with a 2.5 L engine and 6F35 (6 speed) transmission.

Why it matters

Sudden and unexpected movement of the vehicle could increase the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

Ford will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealer to replace the transmission shifter cable bushing and install a protective service cap. Ford advises that you should apply the parking brake each time the vehicle is parked.

14,103 vehicles affected in CanadaLight Truck & VanSafety Mfr

Efficiency and running cost

Class
Special purpose vehicle
In its class
More efficient than 69% of 13 2021 vehicles in this class
Tailpipe CO₂
217 g/km

Set your own distance and pump price · Full efficiency ranking

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Common questions

Does the 2021 Ford Transit have any recalls?
Transport Canada has 5 recalls on record for the 2021 Ford Transit. Recall repairs are free at any manufacturer dealer.
What fuel economy does the 2021 Ford Transit get?
NRCan rates the 2021 Ford Transit at 9.3 L/100 km combined, emitting 217 g of CO2 per kilometre. There are 8 rated versions; this is the median.
What does it cost to run a 2021 Ford Transit for a year?
At 20,000 km a year and Ontario average prices, about $2,883 in fuel, producing roughly 4,297 kg of CO2. Your own distance and prices will change this — the calculator lets you set both.

Source: Transport Canada — Vehicle Recalls Database; NRCan — Fuel consumption ratings. Data current as of 30 July 2026. Running cost uses Ontario average prices (155 ¢/L, 14.5 ¢/kWh), which are hand-maintained estimates. 30,784 rated vehicles on file.