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Ford Sued for Transit Trail Recall Fix That Owners Say Ruined Its Off-Road Capability

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ford sued for transit trail recall fix that owners say ruined its off road capability

Ford wanted to capitalize on the popularity of overlanding with its off-road-oriented Transit Trail van, but it soon had to issue a recall because the tires were too beefy to clear the body. We’re now learning that some Transit Trail owners have filed a lawsuit against Ford, saying the automaker knew about the issue before selling the van and claiming that the fixes ruin the van’s off-road capabilities.






ford sued for transit trail recall fix that owners say ruined its off road capability

The Transit Trail’s 30.5-inch all-terrain tires rub the wheel wheels in tight turns and heavy braking, a problem that became more apparent when the van was loaded. That might be ok for a budget-built van from somebody’s garage, but it’s a little disappointing from a multi-billion-dollar automaker.

Ford’s recall fix involved swapping the 30.5-inch Goodyears for 28-inch tires, which cut the Trail’s ground clearance by more than an inch. While the van was never intended to be a rock crawler, that reduction seriously cuts into the Trail’s off-road capability, including approach and departure angles.






ford sued for transit trail recall fix that owners say ruined its off road capability

The plaintiffs in the suit are asking Ford to issue a “prompt, complete, and effective recall or free replacement/repair program,” rather than roll with the funky smaller-tire fix. That said, Ford discontinued the Transit Trail earlier this year, so a permanent fix that involves new springs and suspension components may not be in the cards.

[Images: Ford]

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