Parts for your 2022 Ford Transit-Struts

2022 Ford Transit Struts – what they do and how to look after them

Struts are absolutely relevant on the 2022 Ford Transit. Technical sources including the Ford Workshop Manual (Section 204-01: Front Suspension), the Ford Body and Equipment Mounting Manual, and OE/aftermarket catalogues for the 2022 Transit confirm a MacPherson strut front suspension design across Transit 150/250/350 variants (RWD and AWD). The rear uses leaf springs with separate shock absorbers, not struts.

Up front, the Transit’s MacPherson struts carry the vehicle’s weight, locate the wheel, and control suspension movement. That combo gives the big van tidy steering feel and stable handling, even when it’s loaded. Good struts help keep tyres in proper contact with the road, improving braking performance and reducing tyre wear. Because the strut is structural, the top mount and bearing are also key to smooth steering and ride quality.

For everyday servicing, it pays to give the front struts a regular once-over. A quick inspection every 20,000 km for oil seepage, perished boots, torn bump stops, or loose/binding top mounts goes a long way. Typical wear clues include clunks over bumps, front-end “float”, nose-diving under brakes, uneven tyre wear, steering kickback, or the van feeling skittish on corrugations. In hard-working delivery or tradie duty, front struts can tire earlier, many owners see best results replacing them somewhere between 80,000 and 120,000 km, sooner if symptoms show.

When it’s time to replace, do both front struts as a pair to keep the van balanced. It’s smart to refresh the strut mounts, bearings, dust boots and bump stops at the same time, and always use new single‑use fasteners where specified by Ford. After any strut work, book a wheel alignment—camber and toe can shift with new assemblies, and proper alignment protects tyres and restores crisp steering.

DIYers should note that struts are under spring tension—use a quality spring compressor and follow the Ford WSM torque specs, tightening critical hardware at normal ride height. If that sounds like a headache, a complete assembled strut (with spring and mount pre-fitted) or a professional install will save hassle and keep the Transit working hard with the right ride and stance. Upgrading to heavy‑duty or load‑rated options can also help vans that carry constant weight or tow frequently.

• Inspect every 20,000 km for leaks, damaged boots, or loose mounts
• Replace in pairs, include mounts/bearings, align afterwards
• Watch for clunks, excessive bounce, nose-dive, or uneven tyre wear

Popular questions

Does a 2022 Ford Transit have struts or shocks?
Up front it runs MacPherson struts, which handle wheel location and damping in one assembly. Down the back it uses leaf springs with separate shock absorbers, so no rear struts on this model.

When should the front struts be replaced?
Many Transits benefit from fresh front struts around 80,000–120,000 km, but workload matters. If it’s doing courier rounds, towing, or carrying constant gear, expect earlier wear. Replace on symptoms—leaks, clunks, poor control, or uneven tyres—rather than just time alone.

Do you need a wheel alignment after strut replacement?
Yes. Changing struts can alter camber and toe. An alignment brings the geometry back into spec, protecting tyres and restoring stable steering and braking.