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 | 1 | 1 | — | — | 96 | Excellent |
| 2021 | 3 | 6 | — | — | 87 | Excellent |
| 2020 | 7 | 20 | — | — | 73 | Good |
| 2019 | 7 | 31 | — | — | 71 | Good |
| 2018 | 4 | 15 | — | — | 83 | Excellent |
| 2017 | 5 | 16 | — | — | 81 | Excellent |
| 2016 | 9 | 77 | 4 | — | 65 | Good |
| 2015 | 9 | 34 | 1 | — | 71 | Good |
| 2014 | 13 | 77 | 1 | — | 67 | Good |
| 2013 | 2 | 13 | — | — | 90 | 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 13 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 290 owner complaints across recent model years.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Ford Transit Connect reliable?+
The Ford Transit Connect scores 78/100 on our reliability index — rated "Good." Across 10 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 60 recall campaigns and 290 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 96/100 with 1 recall and 1 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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