Parts for your 2024 Ford Transit-Struts

2024 Ford Transit Struts: What They Do and When to Service Them

Technical sources confirm the 2024 Ford Transit uses MacPherson struts on the front suspension. This is documented in the Ford Workshop Manual for Transit (Section 204‑01 Front Suspension — MacPherson Strut, MY2024), Ford service information used by dealers, and major aftermarket catalogues listing complete front strut assemblies for 2015–2024 Transit models. Rear suspension uses shock absorbers, not struts.

On the 2024 Ford Transit, the front MacPherson struts carry a big load: they guide the front wheels, support the van’s weight at the front, and control bounce and roll, all in one compact assembly. For couriers, tradies, and fleet operators running stop‑start routes across Aussie and Kiwi roads, good struts keep steering feel tidy, braking distances consistent, and tyre wear even.

Healthy struts keep the front end settled over corrugations and speed humps, help the tyres stay planted in the wet, and stop the van from nosediving under brakes. Because the Transit can spend its life near GVM, struts work hard—so routine checks are smart. A quick look during each service for oil seepage on the strut body, perished dust boots, cracked top mounts, or uneven tyre wear saves headaches down the track. If the van feels floaty, clunks over bumps, wanders with crosswinds, or shows cupped tyres, the struts could be past their best.

There’s no fixed replacement kilometre for every Transit, but many operators see noticeable performance fade between 100,000 and 150,000 km—earlier if the van lives on rough roads or carries heavy loads. When it’s time, replace struts in pairs, inspect the strut mounts/bearings, bump stops and boots, and always book a wheel alignment afterwards. Fresh alignment brings steering back to centre and protects those front tyres.

DIYers should use a quality spring compressor and follow torque specs from the Ford manual, many fasteners are single‑use and should be replaced. Workshops will also check lower control arm bushes and ball joints while they’re in there—no point fitting new struts if tired bushes will undo the good work.

Bottom line: if the 2024 Transit feels a bit baggy at the nose, drinks tyres, or makes thuds over potholes, front struts deserve attention. Kept in good nick, they make the big van steer cleaner, brake straighter, and ride better—exactly what owners want from a hard‑working hauler.

Do all 2024 Ford Transits have struts front and rear?

No. The front suspension uses MacPherson struts. The rear uses shock absorbers with a solid axle and leaf springs, so there are no rear struts on the full‑size Transit.

How often should Transit struts be replaced?

There’s no set interval. Have them inspected at each service and expect replacement somewhere around 100,000–150,000 km depending on loads, roads, and driving. Heavy urban use or rough surfaces can bring that forward.

Is a wheel alignment needed after strut replacement?

Yes. Any time front struts are changed, a wheel alignment is recommended to set camber and toe correctly. It helps steering feel and prevents rapid or uneven tyre wear.