Is the Ford Transit Connect Reliable?
2010–2022 defect & recall-risk analysis from citable NHTSA data.
The score ranks this model's recall intensity against other trucks — plus systemic-defect concentration and any open federal investigations. It measures defect and recall risk, not long-term mechanical durability, and is deliberately not skewed by how many were sold.
Reliability Score
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Ford Transit Connect Reliability by Year
| Model Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Reliability Score | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 1 | 2 | — | — | 72 | Good |
| 2021 | 2 | 11 | — | — | 72 | Good |
| 2020 | 5 | 24 | — | — | 63 | Good |
| 2019 | 6 | 36 | — | — | 55 | Fair |
| 2018 | 5 | 18 | — | — | 66 | Good |
| 2017 | 5 | 16 | — | — | 67 | Good |
| 2016 | 8 | 80 | 4 | — | 47 | Fair |
| 2015 | 7 | 34 | 1 | — | 54 | Fair |
| 2014 | 6 | 83 | 1 | — | 47 | Fair |
| 2013 | 1 | 13 | — | — | 72 | Good |
Reliability scores are proprietary to VinCheckEngine and incorporate multiple weighted safety signals.
How the Transit Connect Compares to Similar Vehicles
The Transit Connect scores 11 points below the average truck. Consider checking years with lower complaint volumes.
Known Ford Transit Connect Reliability Issues
The following components appear most frequently in owner complaints filed with NHTSA:
Based on 317 owner complaints across recent model years.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Ford Transit Connect reliable?+
The Ford Transit Connect scores 62/100 on our reliability index — rated "Good." Across 10 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 46 recall campaigns and 317 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 72/100 with 1 recall 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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