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2020 Ford Transit

Everything Canada’s open data holds on this vehicle: what has been recalled, what it costs to run, and how efficient it is compared with everything else on the road.

Recalls

10

10 current

Combined

9.3L/100 km

Fuel, a year

$2,883

20,000 km, Ontario prices

Recalls

Good news: Recall repairs cost you nothing. Book with any manufacturer dealer and quote the recall number — no time limit, however many owners the vehicle has had.

Visual System

Transport Canada recall 2025360 · manufacturer campaign 25S72

27 June 2025

Transport Canada lists: Bronco 2021–2024 · Ecosport 2020–2021 · Edge 2019–2020 · Escape 2020–2022 · and 18 more

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, a software problem could cause the rearview camera image not to display when the transmission is shifted into reverse. Canadian regulations require the rearview image to display when the vehicle is reversing.

Why it matters

A rearview camera image that doesn't display could reduce a driver's ability to see behind the vehicle while backing up. This could increase the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

Ford will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to update the SYNC software.

16,575 vehicles affected in CanadaCarSafety Mfr

Engine

Transport Canada recall 2025165 · manufacturer campaign 25S32

28 March 2025

Transport Canada lists: Transit 2019–2020

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the recall repairs completed by a Ford dealer during recall 20S60 (Transport Canada recall no. 2020-486) may not have been done correctly. As a result, a second repair is required. On certain vehicles equipped with a 2.5 L engine, there may be a problem with the programming of the powertrain control module. As a result, the engine could overheat.

Why it matters

An engine that overheats and causes engine damage could create the risk of a fire.

What the dealer will do

Ford will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to update the powertrain control module software.

17 vehicles affected in CanadaLight Truck & VanSafety Mfr

Powertrain

Transport Canada recall 2022311 · manufacturer campaign 22S43

13 June 2022

Transport Canada lists: C Max 2013–2018 · Edge 2015–2018 · Escape 2013–2019 · Fusion 2013–2016 · and 1 more

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the shift cable may detach from the transmission. This could cause the transmission not to shift gears when the shifter is moved. As a result, the transmission could be in a different gear than the gear shifter indicates. If a driver attempts to exit the vehicle while the transmission is not in Park, and the parking brake is not applied, the vehicle could move suddenly.

Why it matters

Sudden and unexpected movement of the vehicle could increase the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

Ford will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealership to replace the transmission shifter cable bushing and install a protective service cap. Ford advises that you should apply the parking brake each time the vehicle is parked.

362,062 vehicles affected in CanadaSUVSafety Mfr

Structure

Transport Canada recall 2022151 · manufacturer campaign 22S20

29 March 2022

Transport Canada lists: Transit 2016, 2020

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the windshield may not be properly attached. As a result, the glass can become loose and could separate from the vehicle in a crash.

Why it matters

A windshield that detaches in a crash could create an increased risk of injury.

What the dealer will do

Ford will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealership to inspect and, if necessary, remove and reinstall the windshield.

1,866 vehicles affected in CanadaLight Truck & VanSafety Mfr

Powertrain

Transport Canada recall 2021774 · manufacturer campaign 21S54

17 December 2021

Transport Canada lists: Transit 2020

What is wrong

On certain all-wheel drive vehicles, the rear driveshaft could detach from the transfer case and cause a loss of power to the wheels. The driveshaft could also damage other nearby parts, including brake lines. The vehicle could also move when the transmission is in park if the parking brake is not used.

Why it matters

A driveshaft separation can increase the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

Ford will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealer to inspect the bolts that attach the driveshaft to the transfer case. If any of the bolts are loose, the dealer will replace the driveshaft, all driveshaft bolts and other related parts. If none of the bolts are loose, the dealer will replace the driveshaft bolts only.

1,010 vehicles affected in CanadaLight Truck & VanSafety Mfr

Visual System

Transport Canada recall 2021396 · manufacturer campaign 21S29

24 June 2021

Transport Canada lists: Transit 2015–2020

What is wrong

On certain vans, the pivot points for the side mirrors could rust. If this happens, the mirrors could become loose or fall down. Note: This recall only affects vans equipped with short arm, manual fold, power-adjustable outside rearview mirrors. The recall applies to vehicles originally sold or currently registered in areas of heavy road salt usage (Ontario, Quebec, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, and Newfoundland & Labrador).

Why it matters

A side mirror that loosens or separates could reduce rear visibility and increase the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

Ford will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealer to replace the side mirrors.

36,496 vehicles affected in CanadaLight Truck & VanSafety TC

Powertrain

Transport Canada recall 2021309 · manufacturer campaign 21S24

24 May 2021

Transport Canada lists: Transit 2013–2021

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the shift cable may detach from the transmission. This could cause the transmission not to shift gears when the shifter is moved. As a result, the transmission could be in a different gear than the gear shifter indicates. If a driver attempts to exit the vehicle while the transmission is not in Park, and the parking brake is not applied, the vehicle could move suddenly. Note: This recall only affects vehicles equipped with a 2.5 L engine and 6F35 (6 speed) transmission.

Why it matters

Sudden and unexpected movement of the vehicle could increase the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

Ford will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealer to replace the transmission shifter cable bushing and install a protective service cap. Ford advises that you should apply the parking brake each time the vehicle is parked.

14,103 vehicles affected in CanadaLight Truck & VanSafety Mfr

Engine

Transport Canada recall 2020486 · manufacturer campaign 20S60

16 October 2020

Transport Canada lists: Transit 2019–2020

What is wrong

On certain vehicles equipped with a 2.5 L engine, there may be a problem with the programming of the Powertrain Control Module. As a result, the engine could overheat. In certain cases, this could result in engine damage.

Why it matters

Overheating that causes engine damage could create the risk of a fire.

What the dealer will do

Ford will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealer to update the Powertrain Control Module software.

584 vehicles affected in CanadaLight Truck & VanSafety Mfr

Visual System

Transport Canada recall 2020454 · manufacturer campaign 20C19

24 September 2020

Transport Canada lists: Edge 2020 · Escape 2020 · Expedition 2020 · Explorer 2020 · and 9 more

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, an electrical problem with the rearview camera could cause it not to work properly. As a result, the rearview image may be distorted or not display at all.

Why it matters

A rearview camera image that does not display could reduce a driver's ability to see behind the vehicle while backing up. This could increase the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

Ford will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealer to replace the rearview camera.

76,576 vehicles affected in CanadaSUVCompliance Mfr

Airbag

Transport Canada recall 2020333 · manufacturer campaign 20S35

20 July 2020

Transport Canada lists: Transit 2020

What is wrong

On a small number of vehicles, there may be a problem with the side curtain airbag inflators. As a result, the airbags may not inflate properly in a crash.

Why it matters

An airbag that does inflate properly could create an increased risk of injury in a crash.

What the dealer will do

Ford will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealer to replace the side curtain airbags.

12 vehicles affected in CanadaLight Truck & VanSafety Mfr

Efficiency and running cost

Class
Special purpose vehicle
In its class
More efficient than 62% of 13 2020 vehicles in this class
Tailpipe CO₂
219 g/km

Set your own distance and pump price · Full efficiency ranking

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Common questions

Does the 2020 Ford Transit have any recalls?
Transport Canada has 10 recalls on record for the 2020 Ford Transit. Recall repairs are free at any manufacturer dealer.
What fuel economy does the 2020 Ford Transit get?
NRCan rates the 2020 Ford Transit at 9.3 L/100 km combined, emitting 219 g of CO2 per kilometre. There are 8 rated versions; this is the median.
What does it cost to run a 2020 Ford Transit for a year?
At 20,000 km a year and Ontario average prices, about $2,883 in fuel, producing roughly 4,297 kg of CO2. Your own distance and prices will change this — the calculator lets you set both.

Source: Transport Canada — Vehicle Recalls Database; NRCan — Fuel consumption ratings. Data current as of 30 July 2026. Running cost uses Ontario average prices (155 ¢/L, 14.5 ¢/kWh), which are hand-maintained estimates. 30,784 rated vehicles on file.