Recall 24V805 affects 1,075 2023-2024 Ford Transit vans for incorrect rear axle shaft bolts. Repair is free at any franchised Ford dealer.
Ford is recalling 1,075 2023-2024 Transit vans under recall 24V805 because an earlier recall repair used incorrect rear axle shaft bolts. The wrong bolts can let a rear wheel lock up or separate from the axle shaft, which can cause loss of control, loss of drive power, or roll in park; Ford dealers will replace the bolts free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The rear axle shaft bolts on 2023-2024 Ford Transit vans hold the axle shaft in place at the rear wheel end. That shaft sends drive power through the rear axle and helps keep the rear wheel connected while the van is moving. The bolts need the right size and length for the wheel setup, including Single Rear Wheel and Dual Rear Wheel versions.
During an earlier Ford recall repair, dealer instructions listed the rear axle shaft bolt part numbers in the wrong order for those wheel setups. That means some Transits repaired under the earlier campaign received bolts meant for the other configuration. With the wrong bolts installed, the axle shaft connection can loosen or fail, leading to a rear wheel lockup or a wheel separating from the axle.
Owners can notice rear axle fluid leaks before the connection fails. Grinding noise or vibration while driving is also a warning sign, and it should be treated as a reason to stop driving and call a Ford dealer.
Who's affected?
Covers two Transit model years using the same single rear wheel axle-bolt component.
| 2024 Ford Transit | drive axle |
|---|---|
| 2023 Ford Transit | drive axle |
| Units affected | 1,075 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged 4 field incidents to date. |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific van is included.
What's the safety risk?
Rear wheel lock-up or wheel separation can cause loss of vehicle control or loss of drive power. If the parking brake is not applied, the Transit can roll while parked. Treat rear axle fluid leaks, grinding noise, or vibration as a reason to stop driving and call the dealer. Repair is free at any franchised Ford dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2023-2024 Ford Transit is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Ford dealer to schedule the free rear axle shaft bolt inspection and repair for the incorrect bolts tied to rear wheel lock-up or wheel separation.
- Bring the recall notice if Ford mailed one. If not, reference recall number 24V805 and Ford recall 24S67 when you call.
- Apply the parking brake every time you park until the repair is complete.
- Drive cautiously until the repair is complete, and leave extra space in case the vehicle loses drive power.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Ford technician inspects the rear axle shaft bolts, replaces any incorrect bolts, and adds differential fluid when the inspection shows it is needed. The recall repair is free, including parts and labor. Ford has a reimbursement plan for owners who already paid for this repair before the recall notice. If you have paid for related rear axle shaft bolt repairs, ask Ford customer service or the dealer service desk how to submit documentation for reimbursement.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| October 25, 2024 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| October 28, 2024 | Dealer notification began |
| October 28, 2024 | Dealer notification ended |
| December 9, 2024 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| December 13, 2024 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 24V805?
Recall 24V805 covers 1,075 2023-2024 Ford Transit vehicles that were previously repaired under an earlier recall. Incorrect rear axle shaft bolts can let a rear wheel lock up or separate from the axle. Ford dealers will inspect the bolts, replace incorrect bolts, and add differential fluid as needed for free.
What should I do if my 2023-2024 Ford Transit is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific Transit is included in recall 24V805. If it is, contact a franchised Ford dealer to schedule the rear axle shaft bolt inspection. Reference Ford recall number 24S67 when you call. The dealer repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost, and Ford's remedy says dealers will inspect the rear axle shaft bolts, replace incorrect bolts as necessary, and fill differential fluid as needed free of charge.
What is the safety risk for this Ford Transit recall?
The safety risk is loss of control, loss of drive power, or vehicle rollaway in park if the parking brake is not applied. Ford's filing ties those risks to rear wheel lock-up or wheel separation from the axle shaft. The free dealer inspection and bolt replacement address the defect.
What if I bought my Ford Transit used?
The free repair still applies. Recall repairs follow the vehicle, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific Transit is included, then contact a franchised Ford dealer and reference recall 24V805 or Ford recall number 24S67.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/24V805000 |
|---|---|
| Ford customer service | 1-866-436-7332 |
| NHTSA recall # | 24V805 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 24V805000 |
Source documents
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Download Quarterly Report (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 20, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →