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Ford Transit Recall 24V226: Tires May Rub Body and Fail, Risking Loss of Control

NHTSA campaign 24V226, reported March 22, 2024, 1,902 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

Certain Transit vans equipped with the Transit Trail package may have tires that contact the front wheel arch liner and body flange. This contact can damage the tires.

Damaged tires may lose air pressure suddenly or separate at the tread, which can cause a loss of vehicle control and increase the risk of a crash. Owners should take this seriously and have their vehicle checked promptly.

Dealers will replace the tires, tire placard, and certification label, and recalibrate the vehicle, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 26, 2025. To confirm your vehicle is covered, check your VIN for open recalls, or contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332 (Ford recall 24S21).

Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle

The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 24V226Ford Motor Company
Component
TIRES
Problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Transit vehicles equipped with the Transit Trail package. The tires may contact the front wheel arch liner and body flange, causing damage to the tires.
Risk
Damaged tires may experience a sudden loss of air pressure or tread separation, causing a loss of vehicle control and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the tires, tire placard, and certification label, and also recalibrate the vehicle, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on March 26, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S21.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Affected vehicles

Ford Transit20232024