ModerateAffected: 2013-202180,000–160,000 miles

Ford Transit Transit Custom 2.0 TDCi 130bhp — Dual Mass Flywheel Failure

The Transit Custom carries loads and covers high mileages — both conditions that accelerate DMF wear. A shuddering, rattling van at idle is the typical presentation.

Severity

Moderate

DIY Difficulty

Professional Only

Est. Cost

£800–£1300

OBD Codes

None

Component Diagram

Clutch

Typical layout and location for the Clutch assembly.

Reference Illustration

Symptoms

Clutch judder pulling away under load
Rattle from bellhousing at idle
Vibration through gear lever
Clunking gear changes

Root Cause

Van use with heavy loads and frequent clutch engagement wears the DMF spring dampers faster than typical car use.

How To Fix

Replace DMF and clutch together — LuK or Sachs heavy-duty kit
Consider solid flywheel conversion for long-term van use
Labour: 5 hours. Total: £800-1,300

Estimated Repair Costs

Repair Option	Est. Cost (GBP)
DIY (parts only)	£320–£520
Independent Garage	£800–£1300
Main Dealership	£1280–£2080

Other Faults on This Variant

DPF Blockage from Idling and Short Trips

Moderate

2013-202130,000–80,000 miles£200–£1000

Fleet Transit Customs spend long periods idling at low speed — the worst possible operating profile for a DPF. Blockage is the number one reported fault across UK fleets.

EGR Valve and Cooler Failure

Moderate

2013-202140,000–90,000 miles£300–£700

EGR failure on the Transit Custom 2.0 TDCi is extremely common in fleet use. The valve carbons up rapidly in stop-start environments.

Turbocharger Variable Vane Sticking

Severe

2013-202160,000–130,000 miles£200–£1000

The VNT turbocharger on the 2.0 TDCi Transit Custom develops sticky variable vanes from carbon build-up, causing power loss and limp mode.

Disclaimer: Repair cost estimates are indicative and based on community data. Always get a quote from a qualified mechanic before proceeding with any repair.