Ford Transit Custom recall: Transit Custom – Potential Touch Condition Between Bulkhead Bolt And Fuel Tank – Product Safety Recall
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- On affected vehicles there may be insufficient clearance between a bulkhead bolt and the fuel tank which could cause damage over time and lead to a fuel leak.
- What to do
- Contact a Ford dealer to book the free repair. Replace the bulkhead bolt.
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
On affected vehicles there may be insufficient clearance between a bulkhead bolt and the fuel tank which could cause damage over time and lead to a fuel leak.
The fix
Replace the bulkhead bolt.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transit Custom | 4 Feb 2026 | 3 Sep 2026 | 2,418 |
| Transit Custom | 6 Jun 2024 | 6 May 2025 | 2,236 |
| Transit Custom | 13 Nov 2024 | 14 Aug 2025 | 3,089 |
| Transit Custom | 7 Apr 2025 | 17 Mar 2026 | 4,977 |
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 25 September 2026. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.