Ford Transit Connect Problems — All Years, Common Issues & Reliability Report
Year-by-year breakdown of safety recalls, NHTSA owner complaints, reported injuries, and worst problem areas. Data sourced from federal safety databases and updated daily.
Own a Ford Transit Connect? Check your specific VIN for a full history report.
Ford Transit Connect — Year-by-Year Problem Comparison
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Worst Component | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022Best | 1 | 0 | 0 | — | Full report → |
| 2021 | 4 | 5 | 0 | SERVICE BRAKES | Full report → |
| 2020 | 8 | 27 | 0 | POWER TRAIN | Full report → |
| 2019Worst | 8 | 46 | 1 | POWER TRAIN | Full report → |
| 2018 | 6 | 21 | 0 | STEERING | Full report → |
| 2017 | 6 | 27 | 0 | POWER TRAIN | Full report → |
Most Common Transit Connect Problems
Based on 126 owner complaints filed with NHTSA across recent model years.
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Frequently Asked Questions — Ford Transit Connect Reliability
What year Transit Connect has the most problems?
Based on NHTSA data, the 2019 Ford Transit Connect had the highest combined complaint and recall count among recent model years — 46 complaints and 8 safety recalls. See the full 2019 report for details on specific defects.
Is the Ford Transit Connect reliable?
The Ford Transit Connect has accumulated 126 owner-filed complaints and 33 safety recalls across recent model years in NHTSA's national database. The 2022 model year stands out as having the fewest reported issues in recent data. Reliability varies significantly by year and individual vehicle history — 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 for the Ford Transit Connect across recent model years are: POWER TRAIN (31 reports), SERVICE BRAKES (18 reports), VISIBILITY (8 reports), UNKNOWN OR OTHER (8 reports). These are based on NHTSA complaints submitted directly by vehicle owners.
How do I check if my Transit Connect has an open recall?
You can check for open recalls on any Ford Transit Connect using the vehicle's 17-character VIN at VinCheckEngine.com. Our free VIN report pulls the latest NHTSA recall data along with accident history, odometer records, and other key information. Recalls on this page are model-level — a VIN check will confirm whether your specific vehicle's recall was remedied.
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