Is the Ford Transit Connect Reliable?
2010–2022 reliability analysis based on NHTSA safety recalls and owner complaints.
Reliability Score
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Ford Transit Connect Reliability by Year
| Model Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Reliability Score | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 0 | 2 | — | — | 98 | Excellent |
| 2021 | 2 | 8 | — | — | 90 | Excellent |
| 2020 | 3 | 23 | — | — | 83 | Excellent |
| 2019 | 3 | 36 | — | — | 84 | Excellent |
| 2018 | 3 | 18 | — | — | 87 | Excellent |
| 2017 | 2 | 16 | — | — | 90 | Excellent |
| 2016 | 2 | 80 | 4 | — | 84 | Excellent |
| 2015 | 3 | 34 | 1 | — | 85 | Excellent |
| 2014 | 4 | 83 | 1 | — | 80 | Excellent |
| 2013 | 1 | 13 | — | — | 92 | Excellent |
Reliability scores are proprietary to VinCheckEngine and incorporate multiple weighted safety signals.
How the Transit Connect Compares to Similar Vehicles
The Transit Connect scores 22 points above the average truck — a strong result.
Known Ford Transit Connect Reliability Issues
The following components appear most frequently in owner complaints filed with NHTSA:
Based on 313 owner complaints across recent model years.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Ford Transit Connect reliable?+
The Ford Transit Connect scores 87/100 on our reliability index — rated "Excellent." Across 10 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 23 recall campaigns and 313 owner complaints in the NHTSA database.
What year Transit Connect is most reliable?+
Among the years analyzed, the 2022 Transit Connect achieved the highest reliability score of 98/100 with 0 recalls and 2 complaints.
How many miles does a Transit Connect last?+
With consistent maintenance, most Ford Transit Connect owners report 150,000 to 200,000+ miles of service life. Checking the VIN of any specific used Transit Connect will reveal its actual mileage history and any title events.
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