Ford Transit Custom recall: 26S33 – Transit Custom – Seatbelt fraying
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- On affected vehicles the front outboard seatbelts may show fraying due to coming into contact with metal swarf from the production process.
- What to do
- Contact a Ford dealer to book the free repair. Replace the front outboard seatbelts.
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
On affected vehicles the front outboard seatbelts may show fraying due to coming into contact with metal swarf from the production process.
The fix
Replace the front outboard seatbelts.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transit Custom | 13 Feb 2024 | 6 Apr 2024 | 39 |
| Transit Custom | 23 Apr 2024 | 8 Apr 2025 | 194 |
| Transit Custom | 16 Nov 2024 | 17 May 2025 | 208 |
| Transit Custom | 15 Apr 2025 | 12 Mar 2026 | 835 |
| Transit Custom | 19 Aug 2025 | 18 Mar 2026 | 16 |
| Transit Custom | 5 Feb 2026 | 3 Mar 2026 | 6 |
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 3 July 2026. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.