Passenger van Recall – EU Safety Gate

Published by Reclia Safety Desk | July 24, 2026

Recall Information Record – EU Safety Gate Database

1. Recall Summary
A recall has been issued for certain Ford Transit Custom passenger vans. The recall was notified by Germany and is classified as a serious risk. The manufacturer is taking corrective action by recalling the product from end users. The recall became effective on 10 July 2026. The EU Safety Gate case number is SR/02057/26.

2. Affected Products
– Product: Passenger van
– Brand: Ford
– Name: TRANSIT CUSTOM
– Type/Model Number: NXN, NRN, e5*2018/858*00191*01-*03, e5*2018/858*00192*00-*05
– Production Dates: 05 December 2023 to 28 April 2026
– Country of Origin: Türkiye
– Notifying Country: Germany
– Company Recall Code: 26S33
– Batch Number: Not specified in the recall notice.
– Barcode: Not specified in the recall notice.

3. Hazard Information
The danger associated with this product is injuries. According to the recall notice, during the installation of high-security locks, metal shavings from the B-pillar may have damaged the seatbelt. This damage could reduce the restraining effectiveness of the seatbelt in the event of an accident, increasing the risk of injury. The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.

4. Consumer Action Required
Consumers who own an affected vehicle should follow the instructions provided by the manufacturer. The recall notice states that the measure is a recall of the product from end users. Consumers are advised to contact an authorized Ford dealer to have the vehicle inspected and repaired. No specific consumer action steps beyond contacting a dealer are detailed in the recall notice.

5. Official Remedy
The official remedy is a recall of the product from end users. The type of economic operator taking the notified measure is the manufacturer. The date of entry into force for the measure is 10 July 2026. The specific remedy (e.g., inspection, repair, or replacement of the seatbelt) is not further detailed in the recall notice, but the measure is intended to address the potential damage caused by metal shavings.

6. Contact Information
– Manufacturer Recall Website: https://www.ford.com/support/recalls-details/
– EU Safety Gate Alert Reference: https://ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/screen/webReport/alertDetail/10099596
– Company Recall Code: 26S33
– Case Number: SR/02057/26
– Additional Contact Information: Not specified in the recall notice. Consumers should refer to the Ford recall website or contact their local Ford dealer for further assistance.

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