Is the 2022 Ford Transit a good car?
An honest AI verdict — reliability, common problems, and real cost to own.
B7.5/10
The Ford Transit is a solid choice for a work van thanks to its versatility and capacity.
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Pros
- Spacious interior
- Good cargo capacity
- Strong V6 engine
Cons
- Poor fuel economy
- Limited driver visibility
- Some build quality issues
Ownership at a glance
Fuel economy
15 mpg
Maintenance cost
$2,200/yr
Expected lifespan
250,000 miles
Common problems to watch for
- Transmission shifting delays
- Door locking mechanism failures
- Electrical system glitches
CarsJudge exclusive data
Active recalls (16)
The 2022 Ford Transit has 16 NHTSA recalls on record. Most recent: Back Over Prevention — Display Function (campaign 25V887000). All recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.
- Electrical System — Instrument Cluster/Panel — Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Transit vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall number 22V415. The Instrument Panel Cluster may not properly illuminate warning lights or gauges. As …
- Back Over Prevention — Software — Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2022 Transit Connect, 2019-2020 MKZ, MKX, Edge, Continental, F-150, Nautilus, Fusion, 2019-2023 Ranger, Mustang, 2020-2021 EcoSport, Expedition, Navigator, 2020-2022 E…
- Equipment Adaptive/Mobility — Wheelchair Restraints/Securement — Latch/Anchor — — Rollx 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 …
- Back Over Prevention — Display Function — Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022 Transit vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall number 22V183. The rearview camera supplied in the Rear Video Camera and Prep Kit may not function when in…
Recall data: NHTSA. Owner costs & MPG: anonymized aggregates from CarsJudge users who track this vehicle. Updated 2026-07-05.
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