Ford Transit Custom recall: Transit Custom Double Cab In Van (DCiV): Second Row Bench Seat Manufacturing Defect
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- Affected vehicles may have been manufactured with a bench seat frame with a suspect weld due to a manufacturing defect. This could compromise the occupant restraint during a frontal crash potentially increasing the risk of injury.
- What to do
- Contact a Ford dealer to book the free repair. Replace the bench seat frame.
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
Affected vehicles may have been manufactured with a bench seat frame with a suspect weld due to a manufacturing defect. This could compromise the occupant restraint during a frontal crash potentially increasing the risk of injury.
The fix
Replace the bench seat frame.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transit Custom | 8 Jul 2025 | 16 Jul 2025 | 61 |
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 November 2025. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.