Ford Transit Recall R/2026/137: Lower Arm Rear Bolt Replacement, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Book soon
- How serious
- 26 Mar 2026
- Launched
- 4
- vehicles in the UK
- 26S20
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Ford recalled Transit vehicles built between 9 January 2025 and 17 June 2025. One of the front suspension bolts may have been overtightened during manufacturer which may cause it to weaken and fracture over time. The dealer will replace the affected front suspension bolt. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
One of the front suspension bolts may have been overtightened during manufacturer which may cause it to weaken and fracture over time.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: 26S20 Transit - Lower Arm Rear Bolt Replacement Defect: On affected vehicles one of the front suspension bolts may have been overtightened during manufacturer which may cause it to weaken and fracture over time. Remedy: Replace the affected front suspension bolt.
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The Risk
If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could cause it to weaken and fracture over time.
The Fix
The dealer will replace the affected front suspension bolt.
Are You Affected?
Transit built between 9 January 2025 and 17 June 2025 may be included. Ford estimates 4 vehicles in the UK. Enter your registration to check, then confirm by VIN with Ford, because not every car in the date range may be included.
Which Car Is It?
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What To Do Now
- Check your car by registration above, then by VIN with Ford.
- Book with any franchised Ford dealer, quoting the campaign code 26S20 or the DVSA reference R/2026/137. See how to get a Ford recall fixed.
- Follow the letter's instructions until the repair is done. See can you drive a car with a recall?.
Related Recalls
| Launched | Vehicle and fault | Severity | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| TransitVehicle identification number label missing mandatory weight information | Low | R/2026/312 | |
| Tourneo Custom, Transit, Transit CustomAutomatic transmission snap ring | Low | R/2026/306 | |
| TransitMissing MOIS (Moving off information system | Low | R/2026/297 | |
| Kuga, Mach-E, Transit, Transit Courier and 1 moreUnintended high beam behaviour: compliance | Book soon | R/2026/268 | |
| TransitPotential incorrect CO2 emissions recorded on the certificate of conformity | Low | R/2026/178 |
This is one of 378 Ford recalls in DVSA’s data. The Ford recall launched before it was R/2026/111 on 18 Mar 2026, for lane centering assist software update. The one launched after it was R/2026/127 on 27 Mar 2026, for transmission oil pump gears software update. You can also see every Ford recall, all recalls launched in 2026 and suspension recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2026/137, launched 26 March 2026. Data updated 15 October 2026. How we grade urgency.
Sources
- The Code does not itself say repairs are free. GOV.UK guidance says "You will not usually have to pay for any repairs or parts under a safety recall." gov.uk Checked 15 Oct 2026.