Ford Transit and Transit Custom recall: 25S59 Transit Transit Custom – Potential exhaust manifold nut incorrectly torqued
- What's wrong
- On affected vehicles the correct tightening torque was not reached on some of the exhaust manifold nuts during the manufacturing process. This could lead to exhaust gas leaking and the melting of the nearby plastic oil separator causing oil to leak on to hot surfaces…
- What to do
- Contact a Ford dealer to book the free repair. Visually check to confirm all nut positions and condition. Remove the engine and replace the nut and stud if not ok.
What’s wrong
On affected vehicles the correct tightening torque was not reached on some of the exhaust manifold nuts during the manufacturing process. This could lead to exhaust gas leaking and the melting of the nearby plastic oil separator causing oil to leak on to hot surfaces and the risk of fire.
The fix
Visually check to confirm all nut positions and condition. Remove the engine and replace the nut and stud if not ok.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transit | 26 Feb 2025 | 7 Mar 2025 | 2 |
| Transit | 22 Feb 2025 | 7 Mar 2025 | 2 |
| Transit | 20 Feb 2025 | 20 Feb 2025 | 1 |
| Transit Custom | 1 Mar 2025 | 14 Mar 2025 | 3 |
How to check your vehicle
Use the official DVSA checker with your registration number to see if your exact vehicle is included. If it is, the manufacturer should have written to the registered keeper. The repair is free, even if you bought the vehicle second-hand.
Updated 9 June 2025. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.