ExhaustHigh
DPF and EGR blockage on urban delivery vans
- Typically appears
- 80,000+ miles
- What to inspect
- Check for limp mode, look for warning lights after a long idle
2012–2024 Ford Transit Custom · common problems & known faults
The UK's default van. High mileages are normal, so condition and DPF/EGR health matter far more than the odometer.
Compiled & reviewed by the VehicleFaults Research Team · last reviewed August 2026
Quick answer
The most commonly reported faults on the 2012–2024 Ford Transit Custom are Wet belt on 2.0 EcoBlue engines, DPF and EGR blockage on urban delivery vans and Clutch and dual-mass flywheel wear on heavily loaded vans. Of the documented issues, 1 rated critical and 2 rated high · these are the ones worth inspecting first. Full inspection points, onset mileage and what to check are listed below.
Reliability snapshot
Based on the documented faults on this page for the Ford Transit Custom.
5.3/ 10
- Critical
- 1
- High
- 2
- Medium
- 1
- Low
- 0
Guidance only · reflects reported patterns, not a specific car's condition.
Ford Transit Custom problems by year
Which faults an average example has usually reached depends on its age. Pick a model year for the faults that matter on that build.
Known faults to check
EngineCritical
Wet belt on 2.0 EcoBlue engines
- Typically appears
- 100,000+ miles
- What to inspect
- Ask for belt replacement evidence, check oil condition
TransmissionHigh
Clutch and dual-mass flywheel wear on heavily loaded vans
- Typically appears
- 90,000+ miles
- What to inspect
- Listen for rattle at idle in neutral, feel for clutch judder
BodyMedium
Sliding door runner wear and rust on the sill and rear arches
- Typically appears
- Age-related
- What to inspect
- Open and close the side door repeatedly; probe the sills
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Check this exact carFrequently asked questions
How many miles is too many on a Custom?
Mileage matters less than history. A 130,000-mile van with belt and clutch records beats an unknown 70,000-mile one.
What is the biggest hidden cost?
A blocked DPF plus EGR on a van that has only done town work.
Do buyers care about ply lining?
Yes. It hides damage, so lift it and inspect the floor before you retail the van.
Sources & further reading
Faults are compiled from documented recalls, technical bulletins, owner reports and mechanic sources, then reviewed for accuracy. This is guidance only · not a substitute for a professional inspection.