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2018 Ford Transit Engine cooling Problems

Complaints
2about this part
Share
3%of 58 total for the year
Median mileage
90,000miles
Trend
Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.

NHTSA recorded 2 complaints about the engine cooling of the 2018 Ford Transit, 3% of the 58 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 90,000 miles.

Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.

Example complaints

Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.

“The contact owns a 2018 Ford Transit. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was a misfire coming from the engine with the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to several independent mechanics, where it was diagnosed with coolant intrusion into the engine, causing engine failure. The contact was informed that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 90,000.”

NHTSA complaint #11720498, filed 2026-02, 90,000 miles

“The contact's company owns a 2018 Ford Transit. The contact stated while driving 60 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power. The contact was able to veer to the side of the road. The vehicle was towed to the tow company mechanic, where it was diagnosed that coolant intrusion in the engine had caused the engine to seize. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed the contact to tow the vehicle to the dealer for diagnostic testing. Additionally, the manufacturer referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The vehicle was not repaired. …”

NHTSA complaint #11558976, filed 2023-12, 90,000 miles

Related service bulletins

Engine cooling: other model years

YearComplaintsShare of year
201823%
201722%
201643%
201584%

Other parts of the 2018 Ford Transit

Engine
14 complaintsOther or unknown
12 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
12 complaintsElectrical system
9 complaintsBody and structure
8 complaintsFuel system
4 complaintsWheels
4 complaintsBack-over prevention (rear camera)
2 complaintsBrakes
2 complaintsSeat belts
2 complaintsTires
2 complaintsVehicle speed control
2 complaints

← All problems reported for the 2018 Ford Transit

About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.

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