Recall 19V103 covers 174 2015-2019 Ford Transit vehicles with XL hybrid systems for front driveshaft detachment. Free repair at a franchised Ford dealer once available.
Ford recall 19V103 covers 174 2015-2019 Transit vans modified with an electric hybrid system because the cardan joint on the front driveshaft can fail and let the driveshaft detach. A detached driveshaft can cut drive power and create a road hazard for following traffic; the Ford dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The front driveshaft on affected 2015-2019 Ford Transit vans helps transfer power through the driveline. Its double Cardan, or universal, joint lets the shaft operate at an angle while still spinning smoothly. That joint depends on grease to keep its centering parts moving without excess heat, binding, or metal wear.
On these Transits modified with XL's electric hybrid system, the front driveshaft joint requires regular grease lubrication. When that lubrication is missed or breaks down, the centering mechanism in the joint can fail. Once the joint fails, the front driveshaft can break free from its normal position and detach from the vehicle.
Owners can notice loud noise, vibration, or both before the joint fails. Treat a new driveline noise or vibration as the warning sign and have the vehicle checked before the joint reaches total failure.
Who's affected?
Included vans span 5 model years and 2 driveline components: the driveshaft and universal joint.
| 2018 Ford Transit | driveline |
|---|---|
| 2018 Ford Transit | driveline |
| 2019 Ford Transit | driveline |
| 2019 Ford Transit | driveline |
| 2015 Ford Transit | driveline |
| 2015 Ford Transit | driveline |
| 2016 Ford Transit | driveline |
| 2016 Ford Transit | driveline |
| 2017 Ford Transit | driveline |
| 2017 Ford Transit | driveline |
| Units affected | 174 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged 2 field incidents to date. |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether this recall applies to your specific van.
What's the safety risk?
If the front driveshaft detaches, the Transit loses drive power, increasing crash risk. A detached driveshaft also creates a road hazard for following traffic. Substantial noise or vibration can come before double Carden joint failure; treat it as a reason to pull over safely and call a Ford dealer. Repair will be free at any franchised Ford dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2015-2019 Ford Transit is included in this recall.
- Watch for the Ford owner notice if you have not received it, then contact a franchised Ford dealer for repair scheduling.
- Ask the dealer about the free front driveshaft replacement that fixes the cardan-joint failure that lets the driveshaft detach.
- Bring the recall notice if you have it. If not, reference recall number 19V103 when you call.
- Drive cautiously until the repair is complete, and stop driving if you hear driveline noise or feel vibration from the front driveshaft.
What happens at the repair
Because the final repair is still listed as under development, do not treat this as a repair that is ready to schedule until the dealer confirms parts and instructions. Once available, a Ford technician will replace the front driveshaft with an updated driveshaft, free under the recall. Parts and labor are covered. The general reimbursement plan on file covers documented eligible out-of-pocket repairs paid before the recall notice. Keep repair orders and payment records, then ask the service desk how to submit them under that plan.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| February 21, 2019 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| April 15, 2019 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 19V103?
Recall 19V103 covers 174 2015-2019 Ford Transit vans modified with an electric hybrid system. The front driveshaft universal joint can fail, which can let the front driveshaft detach. Ford dealers will replace the front driveshaft with an updated one for free.
What should I do if my 2015-2019 Ford Transit is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific van is included in recall 19V103. If it is, contact a franchised Ford dealer to schedule the front driveshaft replacement. Reference recall number 19V103 when you call. The repair is free.
Is it safe to drive my Ford Transit with this recall?
The safety risk is loss of drive power if the front driveshaft detaches. A detached driveshaft also creates a road hazard for following traffic. If your VIN is included, ask the Ford dealer whether the van should be driven before the driveshaft is replaced.
Does the recall repair cost anything?
No. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost. The remedy for recall 19V103 is an updated front driveshaft replacement, and parts and labor are covered at the dealer.
What if I bought my Ford Transit used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the VIN, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your van is included, then reference recall number 19V103 when you call the dealer.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/19V103000 |
|---|---|
| Ford customer service | 1-833-953-5338 |
| NHTSA recall # | 19V103 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 19V103000 |
Source documents
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Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF) - Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 25, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →