2020 Ford Transit T150 Wagon

Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2020 models.

Class
Vans, Passenger Type
Engines
3.5L 6-cyl
Drivetrain
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Fuel
FFV
MPG (best)
17 combined · 15 city / 19 hwy
Length
–
Curb weight
–
NHTSA rating
Not rated
Recalls
9 campaigns

Pros & cons

What's good

  • AWD / 4WD available

Watch out for

  • 9 recallsMore than similar models (about 0). Confirm repairs with the VIN.

Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data — not a review. How we calculate this →

Overview

The 2020 Ford Transit T150 Wagon is a van offered with a 3.5L 6-cyl engine and rear-wheel drive and all-wheel drive.

EPA rates its most efficient version at 17 MPG combined (15 city / 19 highway), for an estimated $3,950 a year in fuel.

NHTSA has not published a 5-Star overall rating for this model year.

It has 9 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 84 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the seats.

What changed for 2020

  • Engine added: 3.5L 6-cyl
  • Engines dropped: 3.5L 6-cyl turbo and 3.7L 6-cyl
  • All-wheel or four-wheel drive now available

Compared with 2019; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2019 Transit T150 Wagon →

Engines, MPG & running costs

VersionEngineTransmissionDriveCity / Hwy / Combvs. classFuel / yrCO₂ g/mi
Transit T150 Wagon 2WD FFV FFV3.5L 6-cylAutomatic (S10)Rear-Wheel Drive15 / 19 / 17–$3,950537
Transit T150 Wagon 4WD FFV FFV3.5L 6-cylAutomatic (S10)All-Wheel Drive14 / 19 / 16–$4,200562
3/10EPA fuel economy score (best version)
3/10EPA greenhouse gas score
Spend $7,750Fuel over 5 years vs. average new car

EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2020 EPA class average. How we calculate this →

Safety ratings & technology

VersionOverallFrontalDriver / passengerSideSide poleRolloverRollover risk
2020 Ford Transit VAN RWDNot rated★★★★★4★ / 2★Not ratedNot ratedNot rated–
StandardElectronic stability control
StandardForward collision warning
OptionalLane departure warning
Frontal crash test — 2020 Ford Transit VAN RWD
Frontal crash test — 2020 Ford Transit VAN RWD. Photo: NHTSA.

Recalls (9)

Equipment Adaptive/Mobility › Wheelchair Restraints/Securement › Latch/Anchor › · Dec 17, 2025

NHTSA campaign 25V876000 · 86 vehicles

Problem
Rollx Vans (Rollx) is recalling certain GMC Yukon, Sierra, Chevrolet Express 2500, Ford Transit, E-250, Toyota Sienna, Sienna Hybrid, Honda Odyssey, Chrysler Town and Country, Voyager, Pacifica, Dodge Grand Caravan, and Ram Promaster vehicles equipped with QRT-Deluxe and QRT-Max wheelchair restraints. Please refer to Rollx's recall report for specific model year information. The retractors may not lock, preventing the wheelchair from being properly secured.
Risk
An unsecured wheelchair can move during transit, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix
Rollx will work with Q'Straint to inspect and replace the retractors as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 5, 2026. Owners may contact Rollx's customer service at 1-800-956-6668.
Back Over Prevention › Software · Jun 27, 2025

NHTSA campaign 25V442000 · 200,237 vehicles

Problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2022 Transit Connect, 2019-2020 MKZ, MKX, Edge, Continental, F-150, Nautilus, Fusion, 2019-2023 Ranger, Mustang, 2020-2021 EcoSport, Expedition, Navigator, 2020-2022 Escape, F-250 SD, Corsair, 2020-2023 Aviator, Transit, 2020-2024 Explorer, 2021-2024 Bronco Sport, and 2022-2024 Maverick vehicles. A software error may cause the rearview camera to display a blank image, or the image may remain on the display after the backing event has ended.
Risk
A rearview camera that displays a blank image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle. A rearview image that continues to be displayed after the vehicle is shifted out of reverse may distract the driver. Both of these situations can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix
Dealers will update the rearview camera software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 4, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S72.
Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings · Jul 19, 2023

NHTSA campaign 23V499000 · 10 vehicles

Problem
Quality Vans (Quality Vans) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Ford Transit vans equipped with Onan QG 2800i EVAP generators, part number 2.8HGLAA-8303A. The fuel hose between the inline fuel filter and the Injection Pump Module (IPM) may not be properly secured, which can cause a gas leak.
Risk
A gasoline leak in the presence of an ignition source may increase the risk of fire.
Fix
Dealers will inspect and replace the fuel hose and clamps as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 4, 2023. Owners may contact Quality Vans customer service at 1-480-464-7007.
Power Train › Driveline › Driveshaft · Dec 16, 2021

NHTSA campaign 21V978000 · 4,548 vehicles

Problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 Transit vehicles equipped with All Wheel Drive (AWD). The bolts that attach the rear driveshaft to the transfer case may become loose or damaged, which can result in separation of the driveshaft from the transfer case.
Risk
Driveshaft separation can result in a loss of drive power, or unintended movement while parked if the parking brake is not engaged, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix
Dealers will inspect and replace the driveshaft bolts. If any loose bolts are found, the driveshaft, attachment hardware, transfer case flange kit, and seal will also be replaced. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 4, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21S54.
Parking Brake › Conventional › Mechanical › Linkage And Cable · Aug 11, 2021

NHTSA campaign 21V631000 · 30 vehicles

Problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2020 Transit vehicles. An incorrect driveshaft torsional damper service kit may have been installed, which can allow the damper shield to contact the parking brake cable, possibly resulting in parking brake failure.
Risk
Parking brake failure can result in unintended vehicle movement, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix
Dealers will replace the passenger side parking brake cable with a cable that provides sufficient clearance to the damper shield, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters were mailed on September 24, 2021. Owner notification letters were mailed on March 14, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21S39.
Back Over Prevention › Sensing System › Camera · Sep 23, 2020

NHTSA campaign 20V575000 · 620,246 vehicles

Problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 Ford F-150, F-250, F-350, F-450, F-550, Explorer, Mustang, Transit, Expedition, Escape, Ranger and Edge, and Lincoln Nautilus and Corsair vehicles. Due to a poor electrical connection, the rearview camera may intermittently display a blank or distorted image. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Risk
Reduced rearward visibility can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rearview camera, free of charge. The recall began November 17, 2020. Remedy became available on February 1, 2021. Owner notification letters were mailed on February 1, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20C19.
Air Bags › Side/Window · Jul 17, 2020

NHTSA campaign 20V415000 · 68 vehicles

Problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 Escape and Transit vehicles. The affected vehicles may have an improperly crimped diffuser in the side curtain air bags which may result in the diffuser detaching from the inflator in the event of an air bag deployment.
Risk
In the event of a crash, if the diffuser detaches from the inflator during air bag deployment, the curtain air bag may not inflate properly, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the side curtain air bag modules, free of charge. An interim letter notifying owners of the safety risk was mailed August 3, 2020. The recall began January 11, 2021. Owners may contact Ford's customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20S35.
Seat Belts › Front › Retractor · May 5, 2020

NHTSA campaign 20V250000 · 5 vehicles

Problem
National Van Builders, Inc. (National Van Builders) is recalling certain vehicles based on 2019-2020 Ford Transit and 2019 Ram Promaster vans equipped with Freedman GO-ES foldaway seats. The seat belt retractor block out zone may have not been set correctly, potentially resulting in a seat belt that may not properly secure the occupant. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 209, "Seat Belt Assemblies."
Risk
An unsecured occupant has an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Fix
National Van Builders will notify owners, and dealers will replace the retractors, free of charge. The recall began May 19, 2020. Owners may contact Freedman customer service at 1-800-443-4540 or National Van Builders customer service at 1-800-527-7477.
Seat Belts › Front › Retractor · Apr 20, 2020

NHTSA campaign 20V222000 · 205 vehicles

Problem
TransitWorks is recalling certain Driverge vehicles based on 2019-2020 Ford Transit vans equipped with Freedman Seating Company (FSC) PT Foldaway and GO-ES 3-point Foldaway seats. The seat belt retractor block out zone may have not been set correctly, potentially resulting in a seat belt that may not properly secure the occupant. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 209, "Seat Belt Assemblies."
Risk
An unsecured occupant has an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Fix
TransitWorks will notify owners, and dealers will replace the retractors, free of charge. The recall began May 13, 2020. Dealers can contact Freedman Seating Company for parts and reimbursement information at 1-800-443-4540.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗

Not every 2020 Ford Transit T150 Wagon is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.

Owner-reported problems

84Complaints to NHTSA since 2015
1Involved a crash
3Involved a fire
2Injuries reported
5,000 miTypical mileage at failure
Seats27
Power Train18
Electrical System12
Steering6
Unknown Or Other6
Wheels5
Engine5
Service Brakes5
Complaints received per month (last 24 months with reports)
23/09: 123/10: 124/01: 124/02: 124/04: 124/05: 124/06: 224/07: 124/09: 124/10: 124/11: 224/12: 225/02: 125/03: 225/04: 225/05: 125/06: 225/07: 125/09: 226/01: 126/05: 126/06: 326/07: 126/09: 123/0924/0224/0624/1025/0225/0525/0926/06max 3

Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.

Used 2020 Ford Transit T150 Wagon buyer's checklist

  1. Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 9 recalls this year — ask for proof of repairs.
  2. Seats — 27 owner reports. Ask the seller and mechanic specifically about this system.
  3. Power Train — 18 owner reports. Test-drive through all gears, including reverse; note slipping, harsh or delayed shifts.
  4. Electrical System — 12 owner reports. Test every window, lock, light, screen and USB port; check the battery age.
  5. Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 5,000 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
  6. Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.

Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2020 Ford Transit T150 Wagon. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.

Other Transit T150 Wagon years

Compare all years →
YearMPG (best)LengthOverallRecallsComplaints
2022 Transit T150 Wagon17–Not rated1639
2021 Transit T150 Wagon16–Not rated424
2019 Transit T150 Wagon16–Not rated938
2018 Transit T150 Wagon16–Not rated1458
2017 Transit T150 Wagon16–Not rated1898
2016 Transit T150 Wagon16–Not rated21156
2015 Transit T150 Wagon16–Not rated26193

Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Ford. How we calculate this →