FORD TRANSIT (2017) recall — Power Train
Ford is recalling 2017 Transit vehicles with a faulty flexible coupling that may cause the vehicle to stop moving and roll if not properly secured, increasing crash risk. Owners must have the coupling replaced by dealers.
Use caution until it’s fixed
If the coupling fails, the vehicle will not be able to move under its own power and the disconnected driveshaft may impact and damage the brake and fuel lines. Additionally, the separated driveshaft may allow the vehicle to roll if the vehicle is exited when the transmission is in 'Park' but the parking brake is not applied. These scenarios may increase the risk of a crash.
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What happened, in plain English
Ford is recalling 2017 Transit vehicles with a faulty flexible coupling that could cause the vehicle to stop moving and potentially roll if the parking brake isn't applied. This increases crash risk, so owners should have the coupling replaced by dealers. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/1225817-ford-transit-2017-power-train-recall-risk-of-vehicle-stopping.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/1225817-ford-transit-2017-power-train-recall-risk-of-vehicle-stopping · Updated October 8, 2026 · Official notice: NHTSA #17V408000
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“Ford Transit 2017 Power Train Recall: Risk of Vehicle Stopping and Rolling.” GovInfoNow, updated October 8, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/1225817-ford-transit-2017-power-train-recall-risk-of-vehicle-stopping. Based on NHTSA recall #17V408000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=17V408000).
Why it’s dangerous
The flexible coupling connecting the transmission to the driveshaft can fail prematurely. If it fails, the vehicle may stop moving and the disconnected driveshaft could damage brake and fuel lines. Additionally, the vehicle might roll if the parking brake isn't applied when exiting.
Who’s affected
Owners of 2017 Ford Transit vehicles with more than 30,000 miles on the odometer are affected. Drivers who exit the vehicle while it's in 'Park' but without applying the parking brake are at higher risk.
How to tell if you have this one
Check if your 2017 Ford Transit has more than 30,000 miles on the odometer. The recall affects all 2015-2017 Transit vehicles except 156" and 178" wheelbase Chassis Cab and Cut-Away bodies.
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What to do — step by step
Contact Ford Customer Service
Call 1-866-436-7332 to confirm your vehicle is affected and receive instructions.
Have Coupling Replaced
Dealers will replace the flexible coupling at no cost for vehicles with more than 30,000 miles.
Early 2018 for final repair
What NHTSA says to do
Ford will notify owners, and as an interim repair, dealers will replace the flexible coupling on any vehicle with more than 30,000 miles. A final remedy repair of a redesigned flexible coupling or a revised driveshaft equipped with a universal joint is being developed and is expected in early 2018. These repairs will be made free of charge. Interim notifications informing owners of the safety risk were mailed July 21, 2017. Owners will receive a second notice when remedy parts become available. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 17S15.
Questions people ask
Why is my Ford Transit being recalled?
The flexible coupling connecting the transmission to the driveshaft may fail prematurely, causing the vehicle to stop moving and potentially roll if the parking brake isn't applied.
Do I need to do anything now?
Yes, Ford will notify owners and dealers will replace the flexible coupling for vehicles with more than 30,000 miles at no cost.
When will the repair be done?
An interim repair is available now; a final repair with a redesigned coupling is expected in early 2018.
Contact Ford
We’ve drafted a message you can send Ford to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 17V408000 — Ford Ford Hello, I own a Ford that is covered by recall 17V408000 from Ford. The official recall notice states: Ford will notify owners, and as an interim repair, dealers will replace the flexible coupling on any vehicle with more than 30,000 miles. A final remedy repair of a redesigned flexible coupling or a revised driveshaft equipped with a universal joint is being developed and is expected in early 2018. These repairs will be made free of charge. Interim notifications informing owners of the safety risk were mailed July 21, 2017. Owners will receive a second notice when remedy parts become available. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 17S15. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official NHTSA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
- Official source: NHTSA Recall #17V408000 (June 26, 2017)
- Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on October 8, 2026, from the official record above. Not reviewed by a person — if it conflicts with the NHTSA notice, the notice is correct. Report an error on this page.
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