FIXED OVER 1000 VANS! Ford Transit review from a professional car mechanic.

This car review is about the most selling full-size van in the US - Ford Transit. We will cover the specs of the first generation of Ford Transit on the US market which started sales in 2015 and is still in production after several modifications in 2020. When we say that we will tell you everything about Ford Transit - that means everything!!! Our "model" will be a 15-seater passenger van with base 3.7L Cyclone engine. Also, we will talk about different Ford Transit model modifications which include Ford Transit with 3.5L EcoBoost Ford Duratec engine.
We will cover all maintenance and parts cost, most common problems and how to resolve them. We will tell you how to prevent the biggest repairs and which part brands to use.
If you want to know everything about Ford Transit, take a seat, get your popcorn, and let's begin!!! But before that, don't forget to subscribe to our channel :)
We will cover:
- Handling
- Interior space and features
- Specs
- Maintenance cost
- Parts brands
- Most common problems and ways to prevent them
- Competitors.
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[@donbryant6205]

Thank you for the HONEST review, too bad the manufacturers can’t figure this out or is it all about how they can gouge the consumer. Keep up the great work and stay safe.

[@jesseramirez6832]

Ford engineering will build parts well knowing they will fail at certain milage , after all they are engineers . Ford is doing what Mercedes got caught doing ( Volkswagen got their ass in a sling also) CHEATING LYING AND FALSELY HYPING THEIR VEHICLES WITH WALK AROUNDS SELDOM SAYING ANYTHING ABOUT WHAT ENGINE CUSTOMERS ARE BUYING . THANKS ,JESSE

[@1308SPAZZ]

Right! The ProAce is needed!

[@juanenocsantiago]

Zzzssss, essays zzz zzz zzz zzz z// zzz****zzz,

[@pawsitivek9120]

What is your thoughts of the Nissan NV please?

[@mikefranks4528]

Own a 2019 Ford Transit 350HD Ecoboost van. I am so grateful for this video's content. It is my bible for things to look out for and ensure the longevity of my van. Good job on such an exhaustive review of the Transit. Spasibo!

[@ahd9456]

I wanted a transit or promaster but after this review, I’ve decided to buy a bike

[@jionnigreco1969]

🤣

[@victorfuentes1839]

poor quality material vehicle...junk

[@rnordquest]

Have you checked bike reviews? I’m going to buy a horse. Well maybe I’ll just walk.

[@venzenbroshighlights3259]

@@rnordquestI’ve purchased a pair of legs about 24 years ago and these things were good in the beginning but all of a sudden you can hear the popping while walking and bending also like a grunting sound when getting up from a seated position not to mention it’ll only go about 15 mph for maybe 1-2 minute I’ve had to replace the ankles about 3 times in the past so maybe that’s the issue also took it through some “extremes” using them to play some basketball and football and legs just giving out in the middle of a run idk I thought these things are supposed to last about 80 years or something

[@rnordquest]

@@venzenbroshighlights3259 lol I have many of those symptoms myself.

[@omaraguilar-cr8zh]

I was thinking about upgrading from a 2010 Toyota tundra with 260k miles to 2016 ford transit with 175k miles… I heard some bad things but this video made it clear! I have it so easy with my tundra doing only basic maintenance for so long and no issues at all!!

[@romainet8204]

@35:50 mins, quick review on Chevy, GMC and Dodge. This was a full course on vans; LOVE IT. Much appreciated. Conclusion- Planned Obsolescence at play in motor vehicle market, choose wisely.

[@baileyboy7567]

And sadly, Planned Obsolescence at 40,000 for many parts that shouldn't fail at all !

[@paulradziewicz294]

I am in the market for a good work van. After looking at Sprinter and finding out its deisel system is super expensive to fix, I looked to the Ram Promaster. Forget about that cheap FCA piece of junk where everything seems to break. I then look to Ford even though I swore to myself and everyone I know starting 30 years ago that I would never ever own another Ford, I come across this well made video. Confirms that my pledge is not ready to be broken. Why cant Toyota or Hyundai make a great, low cost maintenance work van like these European inspired designed vans? They would make a fortune.

[@joskjj3625]

Hyundai does make commercial vehicles, there just not sold in America

[@mferrarorace]

Best review and comprehensive diagnostics and preventative maintenance advice! All in one video!

[@dinomarcaccio6288]

wow. i wish you lived in TEXAS. Yu are the guy i want to check out my Ford Transit. nice guy too.

[@higbeedoug]

@25:44 that rubber piece is called a 'guibo,' popular with BMW too. It is pronounced 'GEE-bo.' FORD has recalled them all and are now replacing with a complete UNIVERSAL as part of warranty, free of charge so don't pay for it. Book and appointment and get it done free of charge.

[@Usonian7]

Amazing! This is exactly the video I wish I could see on every vehicle I look at buying. I'd love to know about Mercedes vans.

[@AtomicCarReview]

Noted! Thank you for watching my video!

[@AVR-hf1rl]

I have a 2018 transit 150 with 275000 never had any problems with it. I live in California but just bought a 3.7 with 69000 miles on it. but the one grip I have is with the trans service is it cost 700.00 to service and down for 6 HRS

[@Jaylee549]

The Chevy express 3500 or 2500 vans are work horses extremely reliable...and much easier to work on if needed..

[@thudang3039]

Love this video! I'm shopping for a used van right now, and this'll definitely help me plan my purchase accordingly. Could you do a similar video on the 2020+ model years, curious what you're seeing now that they've been out for a little bit? Thanks, and hope you keep creating content!

[@AtomicCarReview]

Thank you for watching my video!

[@thudang3039]

@@AtomicCarReview Re-watched again, a year later, just to remind myself of some of the areas I need to take care of now that my van finally arrived!

[@SmartphoneGenius]

I owned a 2016 Transit 250 with 3.7 V6 and it was a great road trip vehicle. So much room to carry all your gear. There's just no way to carry the same amount of gear in a car or SUV. I averaged 17 mpg on the highway which is not great but not terrible for a vehicle that size. The reason I sold it was due to the poor braking. That van had the worst brakes ever. If you ever had to perform emergency braking you better pray. The longest stopping distance of any vehicle I've ever owned. The small tires in combination with small rotors and a heavy vehicle makes the van unsafe to drive in my opinion. I had so many close calls and did eventually have one rear-ender.

[@albowrx]

How do you tie the rear ending to the "poor" brakes? I have the 250 with same motor and never felt the brakes weren't adequate. Maybe you drive it too aggressively.

[@SmartphoneGenius]

@@albowrx In 35 years of driving that's the first time I've rear ended anyone. I've owned everything from Toyota Corollas to full size trucks and I've never had brakes that bad. And I had several close calls where the braking distance was way longer than it should be.

[@AbideinChristFully]

Thanks! I'll get a Chevy Express if I get approved.

[@TheAccessFoundation]

Own a Ford Transit extended. No problems. More reliable than Mercedes Benz Sprinter

[@MyFortressConstruction]

I watched this to find out about the issues of this van, but stayed for the in-depth look at a vehicle in general. I wish there was a vehicle that all they did was engineer it with better parts until there was nothing left to break. Every year they'd just release the same thing but with upgraded parts. But where's the money in an indestructible vehicle?

[@Pulsed101]

Ask Toyota.

[@verndecker180]

The drive shaft recall, first of all ford sends the dealer a short shaft and couplers .also that new shaft may not be balanced, so check on that before they begin, will save you a lot of time

[@terrificspokesman7416]

These vans are everywhere in the UK. Here the most common engine is 2.2 ECOblue diesel engine. There is also a petrol. European versions and Asian ones are built in Turkey older ones were built in Southampton, UK. The city I live in

[@davejeffrey5352]

Keep up the great work!! You are really good at what you do and I hope you do really well. Thx

[@AtomicCarReview]

Thank you so much!

[@Cocora22]

So we are about to order a 2021 Ford Transit to convert into an adventure van. Are we buying a crap quality vehicle? You think the Ram Pro Master is better or just as bad? Would you think we should buy an extended warranty? I like your honest review. It's refreshing to just hear the truth about stuff, especially from a mechanic who actually works on the vehicle.

[@AtomicCarReview]

Thank you for your feedback! I cannot tell you a lot about RAM since we do not have many of these vans in our garage, but the biggest problem with them is transmission. The rest of the parts are pretty reliable. Transit is not the best van on the market but you do not have many choices. And compared to the rest of the vans, it is not the worst choice.

[@Cocora22]

@@AtomicCarReview thanks!

[@Brad11451]

The week drain trough under the windshield in not the only problem with getting a soaked air filter..The air filter upper cover does not overlap the lower filter..it under laps so all nearby water runs into the air cleaner filter...Ford overlooking the obvious during design...

[@express9387]

Hello, please let me know if you have any knowledge of this code for the ford transit B129A:88-0A and also B129A:86-0A looks like electrical problem not sure what to do with this. I researched some info online but the battery for transit is located under the driver seat.

[@blipblop92]

I have the "crap Gmc savana" that still pushing at 410k 😂

[@bloodontheblade7988]

the backbone of Britain

[@lawr3nc3mann84]

I'm about to but a 16...380k miles new trans. I want to rebuild engine.

[@ronisworld2916]

i7ve been trying my best to be able to afford get one of those wheels. thank you for sharing this info with us. subs!

[@gretasandstone357]

I'm huge into camping and sleeping inside my vehicle. There is a huge van life and camping market I think you could do well with if you include more content towards small cargo vans and such. Anyways, I run my vehicles all night for 8 hours while parked to get AC and heat on average 2 times per week. I typically keep my vehicles for 5-7 years and sell them after I drive them about 150k miles. That said, here are a few questions I'd be very thankful if you could offer some of your amazing experience: 1. I'm considering purchasing a small compact cargo van. I'm considering a 2019 and newer Nissan NV200 or a 2019 and newer Ford Transit Connect. Although I'm a loyal Toyota and Honda fan, my options are very limited and these small cargo vans are great for my needs despite their reliability is so poor. I plan on bringing any vehicle I find to you to be inspected and maintained. Do you feel both are poor considerations and which of the 2 have a more reliable engine and transmission? 2. I'd love to purchase a 2021+ Toyota Sienna however the price is way too much for Sienna's and their ground clearance is too low. I've found many people lift these vans for light offroading in they use Journey Off-road lift kits. Does lifting this van cause a reduction in reliability? Many like myself have this question about lifting a sienna as there are no other AWD van options out there. 3. Are there any maintenance tips you'd suggest for people like me that run their vehicles overnight while camping for AC or heat other than the traditional vehicle maintenance? 4. Would idling a vehicle overnight for AC or heat be better or worse mechanically on a hybrid vs non-hybrid vehicle? Which would offer better reliability given that type of use? Much appreciated!!

[@GilbertGonzalez-v7c]

Great information. I almost bought one of these. Well, I didn't buy it.

[@outterlimits1]

What about exhaust system heat shield rattles? Is that common on the Transits?

[@mando2.049]

What do u think about the ram cv tradesman cargo vans ?

[@guillaumemarquis6680]

Hi, what a nice video! Which year do you recommend for a ford transit. Someone else ask but, do they fix the problems with the 2020 model. I also want to know if the box truck are the same as the cargo van. Thank you!

[@cbpuzzle]

Seems like Ford has made a good business of using cheap materials with poor life, and pricey replacement parts. I can't believe how many low mileage breakage points there are on this vehicle like the cheap hardening hoses, the transmission coupler, all the suspension bolts, the ridiculous brake caliper and pad problems. The engineering is terrible or purposely designed to create mechanic visits.

[@igerce]

Спасибо!

[@audhildbenjaminsen665]

Today on you tube you will be kicked out if you say something negative,well,I guess this guy shows us how the manufactors earn loads of money by coming up with bad designs.

[@iuriik.8494]

Thanks for good advises... Where are you located? State city?

[@AtomicCarReview]

Thank you for watching our video! We are in Massachusetts. 694 Washington st, Dedham, MA 02026

[@functionalvanconversion4284]

Our rear window on 2017 Ford Transit campervan spontaneously exploded yesterday while I was laying down (it about gave me a heart attack). Luckily we have custom magnetic window blinds because my face was about a foot from the window. Ford has been incredibly irresponsible about covering the replacement of the defective window, even though we provided pictures and a video shortly after it exploded with the sound of the glass continuing to crack.

[@AtomicCarReview]

Sorry to hear that - I hope you are alright!

[@functionalvanconversion4284]

@@AtomicCarReview After countless hours of arguing with various Ford representatives and escalating to a supervisor (not a positive experience) Ford has agreed to reimburse us for the windshield. We were fortunate that we were present when it exploded (unlucky if our blind wouldn't have caught the glass dust) as we were able to get a video and pictures showing the window intact and cracking. The service manager also agreed the window was defective (he gave us the printout he submits to Ford Motor company). The window shop who replaced the window also verified that there was glass to metal contact on the previous window. Be prepared to argue and record the conversations with people as you will get various reasons as to why they want to not own up to the defect. Our new window is no longer flush with the other window by over 1/8" which according to the window shop is because the other window also is likely to have glass to metal contact and could explode spontaneously as well. Our rear van door also ended up with scratches from the glass as we were told to contain as much of the glass on our way to the dealership.

[@gurpreetsandhu3598]

i am getting 2017 transit diesel km162 so it is good to buy it. also can tell me they have problems abt dpf thing

[@DivineMisterAdVentures]

Vehicle ownership is impossible to afford. You are buying a house, not transportation. Fantastic and frightening. It's a money cascade - think of what you could do with a simple vehicle you can fix!! YES - I'd like you to compare leasing to ownership - I suspect the cost per mile would be significantly lower for a leased vehicle in any class.

[@TheBigDanois]

Fix Or Repair Daily

[@franceskent6263]

BRAKES AND ROTORS, TIRES HAVE BEEN REPLACED, 93,000 MILES AND WE HAVE A HORRIBLE ROAD NOISE COMING FROM THE REAR, NEED HELP

[@Evil_Morty2000]

Как насчёт дизеля? Хороший или не очень?

[@JayandLisa]

I can’t understand a damn word you said

[@acrepairnearme]

OK, I think we need a TOYOTA cargo van on the US market. They usually put the brand in what they made.

[@austinconant8476]

I was having this thought earlier today.

[@MrKim-kv2vv]

They do produce one, not to US though. I ran across a YT video from Europe (?) showing the Toyota van.

[@Truck12300]

They do make CV's. All they have to do is bring HIACE here.

[@dilusionalworld834]

I wonder why? 🤔 It will take over all this 3 brands. Ford, Ram and Sprinter in a heartbeat.

[@brentsharp8234]

If honda did , the rest would just stop producing junk

[@jasonswanson5770]

This was the first professional car review that I've watched that included a rant about the soviet union not having microbes from all the dunkin donuts garbage clogging heater vents in the 2016 ford transit. Great content!

[@DeliveryManBoy]

My god this is a well crafted youtube comment. It is immaculate.

[@peterburke4626]

I'm a commercial fleet owner. Have 1000 Toyota Hiace in Australia and NZ and 200 Chev 2500 Express in USA. The No.1 thing a commercial fleet owner wants is reliability and durability. The Toyotas run up to 600-700,000kms EASILY, same engine, often same transmission. Things like head lights and door handles never just break. I could go on and on about how good they are. The Chevs are noisy, low-tech, with V6 or V8 engines that have little power for their size, transmissions fail every 100,000 miles. Honestly they are crap. WHY? There is a 25% import tax on commercial vans into the USA. Basically a trade barrier to protect US Automakers. The result? poor quality products for American consumers.

[@stn7172]

No need to lie about being a fleet owner

[@jionnigreco1969]

Ur right on the button bout chev vans and also known for rusting to nothing

[@DivineMisterAdVentures]

What I learned may not apply but just because Toyotas are more reliable - they can be just as difficult to fix. Is that really necessary? It makes leasing the only viable option!

[@eoggblaine9725]

I was a Ford mechanic for many years. One of the most overlooked items concerning the cooling system is the radiator cap. For every pound pressure on the cap, it lowers the operational engine temp by 3 degrees. A cap which doesn’t hold pressure will cause higher heat, and more pressure on heater hoses.

[@mikefranks4528]

Oh wow! Good to know. Possibly the impetus behind the bulging hoses/premature wear?

[@nigurtz445]

How do you fix it? New cap?

[@mph5896]

@@nigurtz445 Correct, replace it. I replace them with an OEM cap if I am servicing other items on the cooling system like a radiator, thermostat or water pump.

[@zsilet74]

Great info, thank you. I specifically appreciate the info regarding what areas to lube and watch for breaking/premature wear. A couple of notes: 1) The transmission coupling (guibo) was recalled (The Ford reference number for this recall is 19S38). This is likely the most critical item to address on your 2015-16 Transit. 2) I understand your perspective on tire/brake wear for highly loaded commercial vehicles, BUT as another perspective, my T350 passenger van's OE tires lasted 40K miles, and at 55K miles I am still on the original brake pads, with decent pad thickness left. 3) I was able to undo all the suspension/subframe bolts without much trouble at 50K miles, tough my van has never seen salt. Overall, my 3.5EB Transit has only seen the dealer once (trailer tow module recall) and has otherwise been superbly reliable. I've done all routine maintenance myself, including trans/diff fluid /sparkplug etc change at 50K. Looking forward to many more years of (hopefully) reliable service, and I always appreciate other people's perspectives on what to look for to keep things running smoothly.

[@miamiwax5504]

The great shift coupling broke on me multiple times before there was a recall.

[@eusko9616]

THAT'S WHY I ADMIRE YOU🤕

[@lawr3nc3mann84]

One if the best reviews I've ever seen...so much detail and knowledge. Great job. 👍🏾

[@Floof_Factory]

So which new 2020 cargo van would you recommend for reliability? The ford transit, the ram promaster or the mecedes/freightliner sprinter? Or is there another van I didn't mention (nissan nv isn't long enough to meet industry standards

[@michaelrs8010]

Because of cost I've been researching between the ProMaster and the Transit and this is the conclusion that I have come to; What I have determined is it is not a choice between the best one based on features, but rather which one SUCKS THE LEAST as evident by recalls and ongoing mechanical problems. However, I still haven't figured out which one that is.

[@oldwortex5818]

Chevy Express is the most reliable

[@matthewk6731]

@@oldwortex5818 Outdated and low roof. Not really suitable for van life. GM is stupid for not recognizing this market, but that is typical for them. Lacking in leadership, as are most companies.

[@oldwortex5818]

@@matthewk6731 Low roof, yes but the Van is more comfortable to drive than the Transit. I had both. In the Chevy the seating position is like in a car, you don't hunch over the steering wheel. Suspension in the Chevy seems a bit more comfort oriented. The Transit is very tight and no leaning but harsh ride (T350) Overall it is a much more modern Van and more tight handling but unless you need a tall roof, the Chevy isn't a bad choice. Can tow twice the size, comes with transmission cooler and 120V outlet. (neither comes with the Transit) . The new Chevy Van will most likely be offered in tall version too. GM milks this cow till it dies :-)

[@mowgli6345]

@@oldwortex5818 The higher roof is necessary for van life. Being able to stand up in your living space is pretty nice.

[@SAkash-hj1jl]

@@mowgli6345 How about cut open the roof top and attach fiberglass high-top? Will that work?

[@Kingsoupturbo]

Pretty interesting rear brake info, considering how expensive those vans are, built cheaply, great info!

[@joes2085]

Great review. Love the accent. Love "brake engineers from FORD FIESTA department "

[@244ile]

What year is yours? Mine is 2016 and have to take transit to mechanic every year because of brake or a/c issues. We bought it under 30k miles about 5 years ago and its still under 50k miles

[@constantino7917]

Toyota needs to stop fucking around and start bringing their cargo vans to the US.

[@interstategar]

Are the 2020 Transits any better or the same?

[@marks6663]

Are you serious? The GM vans are known as being the most reliable. I have had them for 25 years and NEVER been stranded once. I currently have an Express 1500 and it has 260,000 kms on it and it still has the original engine and transmission. It is old and rusty but it refuses to die. Just google around what people say who have owned the various van brands. They will say the Chevy and GMC are the most reliable. By far. In the 25 years I have been driving GM vans, I have put about $2500 into repairs. In 25 years. That is about $100/yr in repairs! You just listed a litany of Transit issues that the GM vans do not have. Then you said you know nothing of the Promaster. Well, if you did, you would know it has major transmission issues. So if you don't even know that, why should we assume you know anything of the GM vans?

[@AtomicCarReview]

I totally agree with you about the engine and transmission on the Express van but the maintenance is much harder than Ford vans. Plus it has a huge problem with the rust, ABS units, electronics. Also, the water pump is always leaking which can cause the engine overheating. The biggest difference is driving style. The Transit is the van of the future, GM is a horse ride ))) About RAM - I told about the transmission problem at the end of the video. Yes, GM is good to have but only in southern states, and if you are not picky about the driving style. Thank you for sharing your thoughts!

[@NewYorkPinball]

This video almost talked me out of buying the transit and going with the Chevy. I've had 2 new econolines and 1 new chevy van, kept all 3 until around 150K when they started falling apart. But I will say, I had MUCH less problems with the chevy. So when I got to the end of the video I was very surprised that he recommended the ford over the chevy.

[@cbskwkdnslwhanznamdm2849]

I agree about the dr. And nurses! I live in California and it drives me crazy when I see them wear their uniforms outside.

[@AtomicCarReview]

Agree!

[@icanhearyoucanyouhearme9164]

Wow this is so comprehensive. Thank you for this. Would you recommend the ram promaster over transit or is it just as unreliable? I was going to go with the transit because I heard horrible things about the promaster. Now I’m wondering if I should just keep looking for an older style ford or Chevy with a high roof.

[@icanhearyoucanyouhearme9164]

Ha...sorry I just finished the video now and saw that this is still your recommendation. Do you think a low mileage econoline is a good alternative? Thanks again for the video.

[@AtomicCarReview]

In general, Promaster and Transit are more modern vans and are more comfortable during daily work. Most of the parts for Ford Transit are more reliable compared to old Econoline, but Transit requires more often maintenance which could be pricy. About Promaster: I can't position myself as a big expert to talk about this model as we did no see them in our garage much, but it definitely has a nice engine. However, the transmission from Dodge Caravan is questionable. Maybe Promaster is even better but I can’t prove this. GMC and Chevy are too old and not the best by quality. Econoline is good and the company which we serviced kept purchasing Econoline’s as long as possible, but because right now they can’t find new Econolines anymore, they completely switched to Transit. Plus Ford gives them a nice rebate for each new Transit, which RAM never did. The biggest issue with Econoline is the transmission and it depends how heavy is your van. The transmission can work from 60K to 120K. I saw bigger and smaller numbers. Also, the suspension on Econoline is weaker but the van has better tires and brakes. Also, if you have a choice, I would choose Econoline with5.4L engine. The 4.6L is fine also but has problems with spark plugs that blowout and coolant leak from intake manifold. Today I worked on Transit with a horrible problem (rusty bolts which hold subframe) and saw a couple more new places with broken shitty Transitharnesses. Also, think about Nissan VAN. We don’t have many of them in our garage but they were pretty good before. The biggest issue for Nissan is rust, but if you live not in the snow area, Transit, Nissan, Chevy and GMC going to have much fewer problems.

[@TheJoepeanut]

AtomicCar Review .

[@nelsonsoper1]

Rams are shit

[@tomwu5070]

Same here.

[@DidierBan]

I would like to see a video like this for the Ram Pro Master.

[@AtomicCarReview]

We will try our best to do it!

[@voltikproductions]

Thank you so much for this video! Really appreciate it. 🙏🏽 would you be able to do a review on Nissan NV3500. What do you think about rust-proofing undercoating?

[@JamesRichardson3rd]

Thank you for all of the information. I am not a mechanic and you made it extremely easy to follow. I would love to see you create similar videos for the Ram Promaster and the Chevrolet Express. Also, do you work on the smaller fleet vans like the Ford Transit Connect and the Ram Promaster City? If so I would love to see video on those units as well. Thanks again for the informative video. You have a new subscriber!

[@CortJohnson]

Great review. Thank God I chose my "crap" GMC van which is nearing 200k without all these problens.

[@AtomicCarReview]

👍

[@mchristofas]

The LS engine is bomb proof. I know a few with close to 500k on them. The transmission and rest of the van will fail first.

[@Itme]

I knew the rust underneath had to be an issue no matter what I was told at the dealership. This video saved me $25000+ on a poorly maintained Ford Transit 350 XLT. Looked great on the outside. Underneath was so rusted that parts were blackened. Test drove the vehicle, brakes and transmission were horrid. For $25000, I expect safety above beauty.

[@VoIPPortland]

So many say the Ram vans are junk, but my 2014 Promaster has had only minor, normal vehicle issues. The Pentastar 3.6 (same as Jeeps) never let me down yet.

[@AtomicCarReview]

You are lucky!

[@wkdewok]

How come all the great mechanics have a foreign accent? Thanks for this video now I change my mind

[@AtomicCarReview]

I don't know ))) Maybe because of the mentality??? I just love tech stuff and cars especially.

[@dmitriypaltis1150]

Really everything !!!!! Thank you!

[@AtomicCarReview]

You are so welcome!

[@alexolga11]

i do carpet for living i looked at ford and too bad that the box to the seats only 12 ft and rear wheels too far so when you drive steep hill it tuches the ground, and when looking at them after couple of years donk like how they look, too wiggly for me, plus the wiring under the hood is to the right and water dripping in it. Just ordered Sprinter with longest body and love how it looks, much better quality for me

[@hubertfruzia1803]

Can you use ethanol free gas in this vehicle

[@kcg7861]

Very true, what he says about Americans, how they don't take care of their cars.I traveled a lot and I've never seen so many dirty cars in my life, then in the USA

[@fredmyers120]

Which would you say is most reliable, Promaster or Transit? (& if Transit which engine?)

[@michaelrs8010]

Great review. I'm all over KZbin looking at various Vans and Van builds because I plan to get one and build it out a a campervan. I keep going back and forth in my head between ProMaster and Ford Transit. I plan to link this video two ones I see where the people have Ford Transit. Not to scare them, but it's good information to have for preventive maintenance and help them diagnosed a problem that they might have or catch one before they have it. As for me, I'm back in my head to the ProMaster 😄

[@lisao1186]

Spooked me on the transit

[@michaelrs8010]

@@bojangles4704 Getting a condo 😄

[@rickdesjardins6307]

great advice !!! is the 2020 transit 150 AWD 3.5 litre non turbo a safe purchase? Thanks for your time....

[@kathleennelson6692]

You are so helpful, thank you.

[@AtomicCarReview]

Thank you! Happy to hear this!

[@Floof_Factory]

How does a hightop extended ford transit compare to a ram promaster or Mercedes benz sprinter. Is the ford more reliable?

[@usedcomputersdotorg]

Do diesel Vans need special storage and parking need. I live New York City I want to know if I can drive it and park it on the street like a gas engine. I'm asking because about ten year ago I was told they are hard to start in the cold. something to do with glow plugs. I recently saw a 2017 Ford Transit T-350 3.2L Diesel for sale

[@Fthrof7]

Wow. Amazing review - thank you so much for posting.

[@AtomicCarReview]

Thanks for watching!

[@johnr.6029]

REPAIRS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I'm my own mechanic, but rarely do anything complicated. Most of the issues you talked about regarding the Ford Transit, I have never had to tackle. I own 3 old Toyotas - 2 Tacoma PUs, and an Echo. I remain a very basic mechanic BECAUSE I don't have to be a full-time mechanic with my vehicles. With a Ford Transit, it looks like I would have to be inspecting it every day to make sure one failing part doesn't destroy a neighboring part and turn into a very expensive repair that I would have to take to a dealership. I have NEVER had a dealership work on any of my vehicles, because they never needed to be taken to a dealership - except one time when I was out of town, one of the spark plug coils died, and they charged me over $400. to repair it 5 years ago at the Toyota dealership. Me and KZbin are able to fix any issues with my Toyotas. It's guys like you that really help. Thank you

[@jaimecruz5367]

Do you recommend the transit diésel engine with power stroke 3.2 ??

[@jerrycohen3039]

Can you tell me where fuse is on 2016 Transit 350 XLT that powers cigarette lighter-front overhead light, please

[@punisherooo7]

I hear ticking sound fron engine near passenger side. I just bought it yesterday it has 116000 kms on it and 3.7 l v6. Year is 2019 .can anyone help what that sound is

[@jamesjirik2245]

I get more information and I watch less of the video, and I read more of the comments out of any and all videos. It seems that I’m best not to invest money in a Ford transit unless you really know how to work on them. I have a really good mechanic and do research on how to babysit the vehicle that comes pre-broken with intentional sabotaging mine so you have to get this and that fixed and have problems , that’s why you’re always better off with a Japanese vehicle like a Toyota

[@volvo09]

Funny comments about people being slobs (yet worried about getting a virus all of a sudden) when I fixed computers in an office I had quite a few "my computer doesn't work" calls because food crumbs and pieces were holding a key down.... Super nasty.... Same thing with cars.

[@karkule5919]

So what could possibly happen when you drop food crumbs inside a vehicle, or do people stop and open the hood to eat over the engine and maybe the food crumbs become a problem then...??

[@TheWisemanExperience]

Can you please do the same review for the Ford Transit Custom?

[@bryanp8010]

The transit is a POS. I’ve had mine in the shop once a month for 4 years with the same issues over n over. Needed complete brake job at 19k miles. Never heard of needing rear breaks at 19k miles. They were down to metal. The aftermarket’s I put on after lasted 60k. Ford blamed it on stability control instead of cheap crap. Trans started slipping and randomly down shifting at 30k. Water pump at 60k started going but they didn’t replace it till 80k after overheating but the dummy gauge never went up even with no antifreeze in it. Randomly reduced power, no pedal, in hot weather. Don’t buy this pos!

[@enoeno3178]

There should be a video like this for every car out there. :). thank you for making this video

[@311hitwall]

How does Ford sell so many of these vans if they are such junk? If you look at the sales figures they pretty much outsell all other vans combined. I guess companies buy them and they only keep them long enough before they start having major issues?

[@adamharris2674]

Because they actually are not junk. He is pointing out Potential problems. The average single unit may only have maybe one of these problems or no problems at all for 250k plus miles.

[@MrNiceCobra]

@@adamharris2674 He is working with this "potential" problems every day, so just making shopping list for you :)

[@ThePlowGuys]

over 620 000 kms and my van is still running great. I never changed the fluid in the transmision. I change the motor oil religiously. Still have to same spark plugs and coil. Now with all this guy has said I am starting to think that once I get to 800 000 I will just sell it.

[@AtomicCarReview]

It might be a good idea :-)

[@efraingutierrez9539]

What year was it you transit

[@Daniel-qj3tp]

They rust really quickly

[@koc0090]

it will be much better if you make sub sections and title for your longer videos.

[@travisn4493]

To bad Toyota doesn't make an actual cargo van. Full size high top for the US

[@张张建誉]

This video looks great. Can I ask you to help me make a video if you can?

[@olenashevchenko6322]

Could you please review RAM Promaster and Sprinter vans with gas engine? Thank yo for such a detailed review

[@Ubon94]

Did they redesigned and fixed all of these problems? In 2020 model?

[@skips_museum]

This style of van is so popular, your question would make a great update.

[@hmbdata]

How about Nissan NV? Should be easier to work on with long hood, at least.

[@fordtransitfamily9877]

That drive coupler has been recalled on all transits

[@greghackney8437]

Is that the same as a carrier bearing?

[@russianbot1987]

Got a 2016 transit 3.2 diesel, 32.7mph hwy. Kids and wife love it

[@JENNINGSLEE-c5c]

if you do not like it why are you not buying something else - try a mercedes pffff

[@jser4822]

Could you do a video on how to replace the exhaust manifolds on the 3.5 Ecoboost Transit please? Thanks 🙏

[@ZillaYT]

Dunkin’ Donuts! I lost it. 😂 Good vibes.