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Ford Transit Custom common problems (2013-2022)

Ford Transit Custom common problems (2013-2022)

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Haynes can help you save money throughout your vehicle ownership experience. We can tell you what problems the Ford Transit Custom is known to suffer, and we can show you how to diagnose and solve them. And if you already own a Ford Transit Custom, Haynes can help you with the service, maintenance and repair of it using a Haynes Manual or Autofix, so there’s no need for you to incur the expense of a garage visit.

The Transit Custom also has problems that include an issue with the cooling fan system, damaged turbocharger actuator connectors and transmission synchromesh failure. However, here we'll explain the causes of these issues, and how a home mechanic can fix the problems at home with a trusty Haynes manual by their side, saving serious money in the process.

So we’re here to offer advice, data and help as you do it yourself with Haynes.

What recalls has the Transit Custom been subject to in Australia?

In October 2020, 344 Transits and Transit Customs were recalled because they "may be fitted with front lower control arms that contain incomplete welds, which may lead to fracture of the component".

Another recall in December 2020 covered a further 180 vehicles for the same issue.

It’s easy to solve common problems for the Transit Custom with the Haynes Transit Custom 2013-2017 Manual or Autofix.

Ford Transit Custom recalls

What common problems does the Transit Custom have?

Some versions of the Transit Custom have been known to suffer a loose additional bolt in the electric power steering system.

Some 2.0 TDCi models have had an issue with poor performance, which is traced to a faulty turbocharger actuator.

The 2.0 TDCi has also been known to suffer an issue where the engine fails to respond when the accelerator is pressed. This is due to chafed insulation on the wiring from the accelerator position sensor, and is a comparatively easy fix once found.

However, it’s easy to solve common Transit Custom problems such as these with the Haynes Transit Custom 2013-2017 Manual or Autofix.

To find out how to do six essential maintenance tasks on your Ford Transit Custom, just watch our FREE video below.

Transit Custom Haynes Manual

Does the Transit Custom have steering problems?

Some versions of the Transit Custom have a fault with their electric power steering system. A loose bolt has been found in the system, and the only solution is to replace the steering gear. If you’re confident, this is an issue that can be carried out at home by following the appropriate procedures contained within your Haynes manual.

Fix steering problems for the Transit Custom with the Haynes Transit Custom 2013-2017 Manual or Autofix.

Is overheating a Transit Custom issue?

It isn’t unknown for some examples of the Transit Custom to suffer an overheating issue. This is caused by the fuse for the cooling fan being of an incorrect spec. This fuse then blows under minor load, rendering the cooling fan inoperative.

The solution is to replace the relevant 20A fuse with a replacement 30A fuse, a task that is easily accomplished by following the relevant procedure in the Haynes Transit Custom 2013-2017 Manual or Autofix.

Ford Transit Custom van

Is the Transit Custom transmission prone to glitches?

There have been reports of some version of the Transit Custom 2013-2017 having a transmission issue. The problem manifests itself when the gearbox drops from first gear into neutral, and when it pops out of second gear into neutral.

The fault is with the synchroniser on first and second gears.

Your Transit Custom 2013-2017 Haynes Manual covers removal and refitting of the transmission, and Ford provides a repair kit (part number 1852724) for those with the knowledge to repair the gearbox itself.

Solve Transit Custom 2013-2017 transmission problems with the Haynes Transit Custom 2013-2017 Manual or Autofix.

Watch the gearbox oil change procedure for FREE below.

Why won’t your Ford Transit Custom unlock?

Some owners of the Transit Custom have reported sudden failure of the remote ‘plipper’ key. The source of the issue is almost always a depleted battery in the key, and it’s easy to swap. The procedure is covered by the relevant Haynes Manual.

Save money and make Ford Transit Custom key problems a thing of the past with the Haynes Transit Custom 2013-2017 Manual or Autofix.

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