2018 Ford Transit
2018 Ford Transit in NHTSA data: length 553–670 cm, curb weight 2,268–3,016 kg and 14 recall campaigns.
2018 Ford Transit at a glance
NHTSA lists 21 specification rows for the 2018 Ford Transit. Overall length is 553–670 cm (217.7–263.8 in), width 207–213 cm, height 209–280 cm and wheelbase 330–375 cm (129.9–147.6 in). Curb weight is 2,268–3,016 kg (5,000–6,649 lb). Against the 2017 model year NHTSA lists overall length 553–670 cm (2017: 553–670 cm) and curb weight 2,268–3,016 kg (2017: 2,268–3,016 kg).
Variants and dimensions
One row per variant as NHTSA’s Canadian vehicle specifications list it. Metric values are NHTSA’s; inches and pounds are converted here.
| Variant (as listed by NHTSA) | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Curb weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TRANSIT VAN 150 LONG WB LOW ROOF | 604 cm237.8 in | 207 cm81.5 in | 211 cm83.1 in | 375 cm147.6 in | 2,268 kg5,000 lb |
| TRANSIT VAN 150 LONG WB MEDIUM ROOF | 598 cm235.4 in | 207 cm81.5 in | 256 cm100.8 in | 375 cm147.6 in | 2,268 kg5,000 lb |
| TRANSIT VAN 150 REGULAR WB LOW ROOF | 559 cm220.1 in | 207 cm81.5 in | 212 cm83.5 in | 330 cm129.9 in | 2,268 kg5,000 lb |
| TRANSIT VAN 150 REGULAR WB MEDIUM ROOF | 553 cm217.7 in | 207 cm81.5 in | 256 cm100.8 in | 330 cm129.9 in | 2,268 kg5,000 lb |
| TRANSIT VAN 250 LONG WB EL HIGH ROOF | 670 cm263.8 in | 207 cm81.5 in | 278 cm109.4 in | 375 cm147.6 in | 2,268 kg5,000 lb |
| TRANSIT VAN 250 LONG WB HIGH ROOF | 598 cm235.4 in | 207 cm81.5 in | 280 cm110.2 in | 375 cm147.6 in | 2,268 kg5,000 lb |
| TRANSIT VAN 250 LONG WB LOW ROOF | 604 cm237.8 in | 207 cm81.5 in | 211 cm83.1 in | 375 cm147.6 in | 2,268 kg5,000 lb |
| TRANSIT VAN 250 LONG WB MEDIUM ROOF | 598 cm235.4 in | 207 cm81.5 in | 256 cm100.8 in | 375 cm147.6 in | 2,268 kg5,000 lb |
| TRANSIT VAN 250 REGULAR WB LOW ROOF | 559 cm220.1 in | 207 cm81.5 in | 212 cm83.5 in | 330 cm129.9 in | 2,268 kg5,000 lb |
| TRANSIT VAN 250 REGULAR WB MEDIUM ROOF | 553 cm217.7 in | 207 cm81.5 in | 256 cm100.8 in | 330 cm129.9 in | 2,268 kg5,000 lb |
| TRANSIT VAN 350 LONG WB EL HIGH ROOF | 670 cm263.8 in | 207 cm81.5 in | 278 cm109.4 in | 375 cm147.6 in | 2,318 kg5,110 lb |
| TRANSIT VAN 350 LONG WB HIGH ROOF | 598 cm235.4 in | 207 cm81.5 in | 280 cm110.2 in | 375 cm147.6 in | 2,318 kg5,110 lb |
| TRANSIT VAN 350 LONG WB LOW ROOF | 604 cm237.8 in | 207 cm81.5 in | 211 cm83.1 in | 375 cm147.6 in | 2,318 kg5,110 lb |
| TRANSIT VAN 350 LONG WB MEDIUM ROOF | 598 cm235.4 in | 207 cm81.5 in | 256 cm100.8 in | 375 cm147.6 in | 2,318 kg5,110 lb |
| TRANSIT VAN 350HD DRW EL HIGH ROOF | 670 cm263.8 in | 213 cm83.9 in | 278 cm109.4 in | 375 cm147.6 in | 2,590 kg5,710 lb |
| TRANSIT WAGON 150 LOW ROOF | 559 cm220.1 in | 207 cm81.5 in | 209 cm82.3 in | 330 cm129.9 in | 2,526 kg5,569 lb |
| TRANSIT WAGON 150 MID ROOF | 553 cm217.7 in | 207 cm81.5 in | 251 cm98.8 in | 330 cm129.9 in | 2,526 kg5,569 lb |
| TRANSIT WAGON 350 HIGH ROOF | 598 cm235.4 in | 207 cm81.5 in | 276 cm108.7 in | 375 cm147.6 in | 2,881 kg6,352 lb |
| TRANSIT WAGON 350 LOW ROOF | 604 cm237.8 in | 207 cm81.5 in | 209 cm82.3 in | 375 cm147.6 in | 2,881 kg6,352 lb |
| TRANSIT WAGON 350 MID ROOF | 598 cm235.4 in | 207 cm81.5 in | 252 cm99.2 in | 375 cm147.6 in | 2,881 kg6,352 lb |
| TRANSIT WAGON 350HD DRW HIGH ROOF | 670 cm263.8 in | 213 cm83.9 in | 274 cm107.9 in | 375 cm147.6 in | 3,016 kg6,649 lb |
Recall campaigns for the 2018 Ford Transit
NHTSA lists 14 recall campaigns for this make, model and model year. This is not a check of one car: whether a campaign is open on a specific vehicle depends on its VIN. Check an exact VIN on NHTSA.gov.
| Campaign | Reported | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25V572000 | 4 September 2025 | BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA | Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2019 Lincoln MKC, Mustang, F-350 SD, F-250 SD, F-450 SD, 2015-2017 Lincoln Navigator, Expedition, 2015-2018 Edge, Transit Connect, 2016-2019 F-550 SD, Transit, 2017-2019 Econoline, and 2019 Ranger vehicles. The rearview camera may display a distorted, inverted, or… |
| 21V631000 | 11 August 2021 | PARKING BRAKE:CONVENTIONAL:MECHANICAL:LINKAGE AND CABLE | Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2020 Transit vehicles. An incorrect driveshaft torsional damper service kit may have been installed, which can allow the damper shield to contact the parking brake cable, possibly resulting in parking brake failure. |
| 19V439000 | 11 June 2019 | STRUCTURE:EMERGENCY:ESCAPE/EGRESS/EXIT | LA West Inc. (LA West) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Ford Transit vehicles modified to be equipped with glass roof hatches. Temperature and vibration stresses may cause the tempered glass roof hatch to shatter. |
| 19V333000 | 29 April 2019 | SEATS | New England Wheels (New England) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Ford Transit and 2014-2019 Ram Promaster 2500 and 3500 vehicles modified to be equipped with Freedman Go-ES Foldaway seats. When the back seat cushion is rotated from the stowed position to the upright position, the seat cushion may not remain locked into… |
| 19V329000 | 26 April 2019 | SEATS | Fenton Mobility Products, Inc. (Fenton Mobility) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Ford Transit vehicles modified to be equipped with Freedman GO-ES Foldaway Seats, part numbers 43705, 45467, 48923, and 75719. When the back seat cushion is rotated from the stowed position to the upright position, the seat cushion may not… |
| 19V313000 | 18 April 2019 | SEATS | Mobility Transportation Services (MobilityTrans) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Ford Transit and Ram Promaster vehicles and 2014-2015 Ford Econoline vehicles modified to be equipped with Freedman GO-ES Foldaway Seats, part numbers 43705, 45467, 48923, and 75719. When the back seat cushion is rotated from the stowed… |
| 19V252000 | 28 March 2019 | SEATS | Waldoch Crafts, Inc. (Waldoch) is recalling certain 2018 Ford Transit shuttle vans modified to be equipped with Freedman GO-ES Foldaway Seats, part number 43705. When the back seat cushion is rotated from the stowed position to the upright position, the seat cushion may not remain locked into place when under load… |
| 19V247000 | 28 March 2019 | SEATS | Cabot Coach Builders, Inc. DBA Royale Limousine (Royale) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Ford Transit-based mini-coaches equipped with Freedman GO-ES foldaway seats recalled under 18E-076. When the back seat cushion is rotated from the stowed position to the upright position, the seat cushion may not remain locked into… |
| 19V238000 | 26 March 2019 | SEATS | Vantage Mobility International, LLC (Vantage) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Ford Transit Van, Mercedes-Benz Sprinter, and 2007 Ford F-250-based shuttle vehicles equipped with Freedman GO-3S foldaway seats. When the back seat cushion is rotated from the stowed position to the upright position, the seat cushion may not… |
| 19V229000 | 22 March 2019 | SEATS | TransitWorks is recalling certain 2015-2018 Ford Transit, 2018 Ford Transit Connect, and 2016 Dodge Ram ProMaster vehicles modified to be equipped with Freedman Seating GO-ES seats. When the back seat cushion is rotated from the stowed position to the upright position, the seat cushion may not remain locked into place… |
| 19V205000 | 18 March 2019 | SEATS | Quality Van Sales, Inc. (Quality Van) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Ford Transit and E-350 vehicles modified to be equipped with Freedman GO-ES Foldaway Seat back cushions. The seat cushion may not remain locked into place when under load, such as in a crash or a sudden stop. As such, these vehicles fail to comply… |
| 19V332000 | 1 March 2019 | SEATS | Prime-Time Specialty Vehicles (Prime-Time) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Ram ProMaster and Ford Transit vehicles modified to be equipped with Freedman GO-ES Foldaway Seats. When the seat back cushion is rotated from the stowed position to the upright position, the seat cushion may not remain locked into place when… |
| 19V103000 | 21 February 2019 | POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT | XL Hybrids, Inc (XL) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Ford Transit vehicles modified to be equipped with XL's electric hybrid system. The cardan (universal) joint on the front driveshaft may fail, possibly causing the front driveshaft to detach. |
| 18V782000 | 6 November 2018 | SEATS | National Van Builders, Inc. (National Van) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Ford Transit vehicles equipped with Freedman GO-ES Foldaway Seats, part numbers 43705, 45467, 48923, and 75719. When the back seat cushion is rotated from the stowed position to the upright position, the seat cushion may not remain locked into… |
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