Where are new Ford Transits made?
New Ford Transits are built primarily in two places: the United States for North America, and Turkey for Europe and many other export markets. Some regional variations exist, but these are the core production hubs today.
Global production footprint
The Transit operates within Ford’s global manufacturing network, with regional production to shorten delivery times and tailor specifications to local markets. The two main hubs are described below.
- United States — Kansas City Assembly Plant (Claycomo), Missouri. This facility produces the Ford Transit for the North American market, including cargo van and passenger van configurations.
- Türkiye (Turkey) — Ford Otosan operates the primary Transit production at its Turkish facilities, notably in Kocaeli (İzmit) and related sites. These plants supply Europe and other export markets.
Regional production arrangements can change with model years or capacity expansions, and some markets may receive Transits assembled or finished at local facilities through Ford’s broader network.
North American production specifics
In North America, the Ford Transit is built at the Kansas City Assembly Plant in Missouri. The plant supports multiple body styles and configurations appropriate for U.S. fleets, including cargo and passenger variants, with updates that align to U.S. market regulations and emissions standards.
European production specifics
Ford Otosan’s Turkish plants are the European backbone for Transit production. The Kocaeli/İzmit facility is the primary site, with additional capacity at nearby Ford Otosan operations to meet European demand for cargo and passenger versions, as well as regional variants tailored to European fleets.
Regional strategy and market implications
Ford’s strategy emphasizes strong regional production to reduce shipping times and align with local specifications. For buyers and fleets, the build location can influence lead times, available configurations, and available options. Dealers can confirm a specific vehicle’s production site by VIN or order documentation, as allocations can shift with new model introductions and market demand.
Conclusion: The Ford Transit’s global footprint centers on two principal production hubs—Kansas City for North America, and Turkey (Ford Otosan) for Europe and many export markets—with regional adjustments through Ford’s network to meet demand and regulatory requirements.
Summary: As of 2024–2025, new Ford Transits are primarily manufactured in the United States (Kansas City) for North America and in Turkey (Ford Otosan) for Europe and most export markets, with occasional regional manufacturing arrangements as needed. Always check the specific build site with your dealer for a given vehicle.
