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1FBAX9Y80SKA566302025 FORD Transit

22of 100
Moderate Risk
Buyer Risk Score
Recalls · Model-Wide
4
4 campaigns (all model years)
Safety Grade
F
55/100 composite
Complaints · 2025
None
Clean record
Vehicle Age
1 yr
Made in UNITED STATES (USA)
BUYPurchase Verdict

2025 FORD Transit was analyzed across NHTSA recalls, owner complaints, crash test data, and public auction records. There are 4 open recalls on record — these are safety-critical and should be addressed immediately.

Verdict & Risk Assessment
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Executive Summary

2025 FORD Transit

2025 FORD Transit was analyzed across NHTSA recalls, owner complaints, crash test data, and public auction records. There are 4 open recalls on record — these are safety-critical and should be addressed immediately.

  • 4 open recalls including safety-critical systems (Active 'do not drive' recall; Brake system recall)
  • Engine or platform shared with models that have documented failure issues
  • Component failure cascade detected — a known defect pattern that typically leads to more severe downstream damage
  • Vehicle may qualify for lemon law protection based on recall and complaint pattern — consult an attorney
22
of 100
Moderate Risk
2 moderate risk signals detected. Negotiate accordingly and verify service history.
LOWMODERATEHIGHCRITICAL
2 Contributing Risk Factors
4 model-wide recalls on record
+12
Vehicle may qualify as a lemon — repeat repair failures
+10
Critical Alerts

Title Brand Check

Mined from auction damage fields and listing titles — not a DMV title history pull

No auction records available. Title brand status could not be verified — request title history from seller or state DMV.

Vehicle

Vehicle Specifications

Decoded from NHTSA vPIC database

Make
FORD
Model
Transit
Year
2025
Trim / Series
350
Body Style
Van
Vehicle Type
BUS
Drive Type
AWD/All-Wheel Drive
Fuel Type
Gasoline
Engine
6-cyl 3.5L
Manufacturer
FORD MOTOR COMPANY
Assembly
KANSAS CITY, CLAYCOMO, MISSOURI, UNITED STATES (USA)
GVWR
Class 2H: 9,001 - 10,000 lb (4,082 - 4,536 kg)

Assembly Plant Quality

Ford Kansas City Assembly (Claycomo)

B+Quality70/100
Good📍 KANSAS CITY, CLAYCOMO, MISSOURI

Builds F-150 and Transit. Large-volume plant with solid quality metrics.

Safety

Safety Intelligence

Composite analysis from NHTSA recall, complaint, and crash data

Overall Safety Grade
F
Score: 55/100
Crash Test Rating20/40
Recall Safety5/30
Complaint History30/30
Recall Risk Score
83/100Critical
  • ▸Active 'do not drive' recall
  • ▸Brake system recall
  • ▸Engine recall
Modern Safety Index
0/100
Basic
0 of 20 safety features detected
Missing: Automatic Emergency Braking, Pedestrian AEB, Forward Collision Warning, Electronic Stability Control
Lemon Law Risk Indicator
Elevated
  • ⚠Active 'do not drive' recall issued

Lemon law eligibility depends on state law, number of repair attempts, and days out of service. Consult an attorney for actual eligibility.

Shared Platform Risk

3.5L EcoBoost: known timing chain tensioner wear and carbon buildup on intake valves

Also affects: F-150, Explorer, Edge, Fusion, Flex, Taurus
Recalls4

NHTSA Safety Recalls

4 RECALLS
4found
ℹ

NHTSA VIN-specific recall lookup returned no data for this VIN. The 4 recalls below are model-wide and may or may not apply to this exact vehicle depending on production date. Verify at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Estimated Repair Completion (Statistical)

3 of 4 recalls have a low industry completion rate — statistically likely unrepaired.

51%
avg repaired

Statistical model based on recall age, component type, and manufacturer. Not a repair confirmation. Demand dealer service records.

FORD Recall Completion Rate — Industry Context
89%Good

FORD completes recalls at a good rate (89%), averaging about 18 months to remedy. Most affected vehicles are fixed.

Avg time to remedy open recall: ~18 months · Source: NHTSA Recall Completion Rate Reports

Avg Fix Time
18mo
#25V315000
Sep 2025

BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE

SummaryFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Bronco, F-150, 2021-2024 Edge, 2022-2025 Escape, F-250, F-350, F-450, F-550, F-600, 2022-2024 Expedition, 2022-2025 Transit, 2021-2023 Mach-E, 2024 Ranger, Mustang, 2021-2023 Lincoln Nautilus, 2022-2024 Navigator, and 2023-2024 Corsair vehicles. A software error may cause the rearview camera image to delay, freeze, or not display when the vehicle is in reverse.
Read full details...
ConsequenceA frozen or missing rearview camera image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Est. Repair Completion~50%

~50% of these vehicles are statistically unrepaired

High Risk

Source: NHTSA statistical model by recall age & component type

#25V344000
Invalid Date

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:HARD PARTS INTERNAL/MECHANICAL

SummaryFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Transit, F-150, and Explorer vehicles. The connecting rod and rod bearing components may have manufacturing defects that can lead to engine damage and engine failure.
Read full details...
ConsequenceA damaged engine can result in engine failure and a stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Est. Repair Completion~60%

~40% chance this recall was never fixed

Moderate Risk

Source: NHTSA statistical model by recall age & component type

#25V876000
Invalid Date

EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY:WHEELCHAIR RESTRAINTS/SECUREMENT:LATCH/ANCHOR:

SummaryRollx Vans (Rollx) is recalling certain GMC Yukon, Sierra, Chevrolet Express 2500, Ford Transit, E-250, Toyota Sienna, Sienna Hybrid, Honda Odyssey, Chrysler Town and Country, Voyager, Pacifica, Dodge Grand Caravan, and Ram Promaster vehicles equipped with QRT-Deluxe and QRT-Max wheelchair restraints. Please refer to Rollx's recall report for specific model year information. The retractors may not lock, preventing the wheelchair from being properly secured.
Read full details...
ConsequenceAn unsecured wheelchair can move during transit, increasing the risk of injury.
Est. Repair Completion~54%

~46% of these vehicles are statistically unrepaired

High Risk

Source: NHTSA statistical model by recall age & component type

#26V090000
Invalid Date

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES

SummaryFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Transit vehicles. The brake pedal may disconnect from the brake booster pushrod, causing a loss of brake function. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 105, "Hydraulic and Electric Brake Systems."
Read full details...
ConsequenceA loss of brake function increases the risk of a crash.
Est. Repair Completion~39%

~61% of these vehicles are statistically unrepaired

High Risk

Source: NHTSA statistical model by recall age & component type

Recall Intelligence

Detailed analysis of recall history and severity

Recall Age — How Long Open
BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE
1.1yr open
🚫
DO NOT DRIVE Recall Active
NHTSA has issued a "park it" recall — vehicle should not be driven until repaired.
First Recall
09/05/2025
4 total campaigns
Systems Recalled
Engine/PowertrainSafety SystemsSuspension/WheelsBody/StructureBrakes
Recall Remedy Breakdown
2
Part Replacements
1
Software/OTA Updates
0
Buyback/Refund
0
High-Effort Repairs
Lemon Law Eligibility
May Qualify

This vehicle shows 4 lemon law indicators. Eligibility depends on state law, number of repair attempts, and days out of service — consult a lemon law attorney.

Strong protection states: California, New Jersey, Connecticut, Massachusetts
Complaints

Component Failure Cascade Risk

Known patterns where one defect leads to more severe downstream failures

HighDEF issue detected

▸ Engine derate or no-start condition — DEF system failure puts vehicle into limp mode limiting speed to 5mph

Details & Analysis
Financial

5-Year Total Cost of Ownership

Estimated based on EPA fuel data, risk-adjusted maintenance, and depreciation

$32,844
~$547/mo over 5 yrs
$2.7/mi
cost per mile
Fuel
$10,000
Insurance (est.)
$7,500
Maintenance
$4,000
Repair Risk Buffer
$3,000
Depreciation
$8,344

Estimated 5-year cost of ownership: $32,844 (~$547/mo). Repair risk buffer is standard due to vehicle risk profile.

Negotiation Ammunition

Use these data-backed findings to negotiate the price down

4 open recalls (unverified repair status)−$2,000
Total recommended deduction−$2,000

Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist

Tailored for the 2025 FORD Transit — specific failure modes your mechanic must check, not a generic list

HIGH
Inspect for def issue detected — ask for repair records
Engine derate or no-start condition — DEF system failure puts vehicle into limp mode limiting speed to 5mph
HIGH
Verify recall BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE has been repaired
Recall on record for: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Bronco, F-150, 2021-2024 Edge, 2022-2025 Escape, F-250, F-350,
HIGH
Verify recall ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:HARD PARTS INTERNAL/MECHANICAL has been repaired
Recall on record for: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Transit, F-150, and Explorer vehicles. The connecting rod and rod be
HIGH
Verify recall EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY:WHEELCHAIR RESTRAINTS/SECUREMENT:LATCH/ANCHOR: has been repaired
Recall on record for: Rollx Vans (Rollx) is recalling certain GMC Yukon, Sierra, Chevrolet Express 2500, Ford Transit, E-250, Toyota Sienna, S
HIGH
Verify recall SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES has been repaired
Recall on record for: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Transit vehicles. The brake pedal may disconnect from the brake boos
MEDIUM
Get an independent pre-purchase inspection from a trusted mechanic
For any used vehicle with a risk score above Low, a $100–$150 independent inspection is always worth it.
MEDIUM
Run a VIN check on NHTSA.gov to confirm all recalls are closed
Free at nhtsa.gov/vehicle-safety/recalls — enter the VIN and confirm all campaigns show as completed.
MEDIUM
Verify title is clean and check for salvage/rebuilt brands at your state DMV
Title washing across state lines is common — confirm with your state DMV before finalizing purchase.

Recall Probability Forecast

Estimated likelihood of a new recall in the next 18 months based on NHTSA signals

15%
18-month
28%
2-year
Low Probability
Cumulative 2-year risk: 28%

15% baseline recall probability — no strong indicators of an imminent recall.

  • ▸Multiple prior recalls — pattern of safety issues on this model

Maintenance Schedule

OEM-specified service intervals for this vehicle

Maintenance intervals vary significantly by make, model, year, engine, and driving conditions. Always follow the manufacturer's official schedule — not generic industry estimates.

Official FORD Maintenance Guide ↗Search Owner's Manual ↗

Tip: Request the seller's service records and compare against the manufacturer schedule. Missing intervals are a negotiation point.

History & Auctions

Insurance Cost Estimate

Estimated annual premiums based on vehicle profile, theft data, and NHTSA safety ratings

Full Coverage
$2,040–$2,590/yr
~$170–$216/mo
Liability Only
$560–$710/yr
~$47–$59/mo
Category: Standard Vehicle
▲ New / recent model year: +15% (high replacement cost)

Based on 2024 national avg ($2,011/yr full coverage). Individual rates vary by driver, location & insurer. Always compare 3+ quotes.

Manufacturer NHTSA Penalty History

Federal fines issued for recall delays and safety violations

FORD has been fined $17M+ by NHTSA. Most recently in 2015: Failure to timely file Early Warning Reports on defect data.

2015$17MFailure to timely file Early Warning Reports on defect data

State-Specific Legal Protections

What consumer laws apply to this vehicle purchase in your state

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Complete Data Table

All decoded fields in a single flattened view

Vehicle Identity

VIN1FBAX9Y80SKA56630
Model Year2025
MakeFORD
ModelTransit
Series350
Vehicle TypeBUS

Body & Configuration

Body StyleVan
Drive TypeAWD/All-Wheel Drive
Fuel TypeGasoline

Engine

Engine Cylinders6
Displacement (L)3.5

Manufacturer

ManufacturerFORD MOTOR COMPANY
Assembly CityKANSAS CITY, CLAYCOMO
Assembly CountryUNITED STATES (USA)

VIN Structure

WMI (Chars 1–3)1FB
Check Digit (Char 9)0
Model Year Code (Char 10)S
Plant Code (Char 11)K
Sequence (Chars 12–17)A56630

Safety Data

NHTSA Recall Count4
NHTSA Complaint Count0

VIN Structure Decode

ISO 3779 character-by-character breakdown of this Vehicle Identification Number

1
1
F
2
B
3
A
4
X
5
9
6
Y
7
8
8
0
9
S
10
K
11
A
12
5
13
6
14
6
15
3
16
0
17
WMI (1–3)
VDS (4–8)
Check Digit (9)
Model Year (10)
Serial (11–17)
1
World Manufacturer
Country & region of manufacture
Position 1
F
Manufacturer
Specific manufacturer identifier
Position 2
B
Vehicle Type
Division or vehicle type
Position 3
AX9Y8
Vehicle Descriptor Section (VDS)
Body style, engine type, restraint system
Position 4–8
0
Check Digit
Mathematical validation character
Position 9
S
Model Year
Year of manufacture
Position 10
K
Assembly Plant
Where the vehicle was assembled
Position 11
A56630
Production Sequence
Unique serial number for this vehicle
Position 12–17
Country of Manufacture
United States
From VIN position 1 (1)
Model Year Character
"S" → 2025
Could also be 1995
Check Digit (Pos 9)
✓ Valid
ISO 3779 weighted-sum algorithm
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Reliability Scores
Year-by-year reliability ratings
Years to Avoid
Best & worst model years ranked
Common Problems
Owner complaints & known defects
All NHTSA Recalls
Complete recall campaign history
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Disclaimer: Data sourced from NHTSA public APIs and scraped auction listings. For informational purposes only. Not a substitute for a paid vehicle history report. Retrieved: 10/1/2026, 3:33:38 AM.