Ford Transit Connect Problems — All Years, Common Issues & Reliability
Year-by-year breakdown of safety recalls, NHTSA owner complaints, reported deaths, injuries, crashes, and worst problem areas. Updated daily from federal databases.
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Ford Transit Connect — Year-by-Year Problem Comparison
| Year | Verdict | Recalls | Complaints | Crashes | Injuries | Deaths | Top Issue | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022Best | Excellent | — | 1 | — | — | — | Electrical System | Full report → |
| 2021 | Good | 2 | 6 | — | — | — | Engine | Full report → |
| 2020 | Good | 2 | 20 | 1 | — | — | Power Train | Full report → |
| 2019 | Caution | 3 | 31 | 1 | — | — | Power Train | Full report → |
| 2018 | Good | 3 | 15 | — | — | — | Steering | Full report → |
| 2017 | Good | 5 | 16 | — | — | — | Back Over Prevention | Full report → |
| 2016Worst | Avoid | 7 | 77 | 1 | 4 | — | Engine | Full report → |
| 2015 | Caution | 7 | 34 | 1 | 1 | — | Unknown Or Other | Full report → |
| 2014 | Avoid | 8 | 79 | 1 | 1 | — | Structure | Full report → |
| 2013 | Good | 2 | 13 | 1 | — | — | Power Train | Full report → |
| 2012 | Good | 1 | 22 | 1 | 2 | — | Engine | Full report → |
| 2011 | Good | 1 | 14 | — | — | — | Visibility/Wiper | Full report → |
| 2010 | Good | 1 | 26 | 6 | 3 | — | Power Train | Full report → |
13 model years shown. Crashes, injuries, and deaths from NHTSA complaint filings. Click any year for full details.
Most Common Ford Transit Connect Problems
Based on 354 owner complaints filed with NHTSA across all model years.
Recent Safety Recalls — Ford Transit Connect (2022–2022)
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2022 Transit Connect, 2019-2020 MKZ, MKX, Edge, Continental, F-150, Nautilus, Fusion, 2019-2023 Ranger, Mustang, 2020-2021 EcoSport, Expedition, Navigator, 2020-2022 Escape, F-250 SD, Corsair, 2020-2023 Aviator, Transit, 2020-2024 Explorer, 2021-2024 Bronco Sport, and 2022-2024 Maverick vehicles. A software error may cause the rearview camera to display a blank image, or the image may remain on the display after the backing event has ended.
Remedy: Dealers will update the rearview camera software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 4, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S72.
Showing 1 recall from 2022–2022 model years. See the full year-specific pages for older recalls.
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Frequently Asked Questions — Ford Transit Connect Reliability
What year Transit Connect has the most problems?
Based on NHTSA data, the 2016 Ford Transit Connect had the highest combined complaint and recall count — 77 complaints and 7 safety recalls. See the full 2016 report for specific defects.
Is the Ford Transit Connect reliable?
The Ford Transit Connect has accumulated 354 owner-filed complaints and 42 safety recalls across all model years in NHTSA's database. The 2022 model year shows the fewest reported issues. Always run a VIN check before purchasing any used Transit Connect.
What are the most common Transit Connect problems?
The most frequently cited problem areas are: Power Train (45 reports), Electrical System (38 reports), Structure (35 reports), Unknown Or Other (34 reports). Based on NHTSA complaints across all model years.
How do I check if my Transit Connect has an open recall?
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