Reliability
Ford

Transit Connect (2nd)

2014-2023 · Compact Van · 4 engines
445 NHTSA Complaints
27 Recalls
5 Fire Reports
13 Crash Reports
Data covers 3 NHTSA model names
TRANSIT CONNECTTRANSIT CONNECT VANTRANSIT CONNECT WAGON
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Reliability Score

6.3 / 10

Reliability score

More owner complaints than similar compact vans

The class average is 7.0. Based on complaints owners filed with NHTSA about the engine, transmission or drivetrain.

Owners filed 123 powertrain complaints. A typical compact van fleet of this size and age would have drawn about 95.

Scores this low have often eased: the three years after looked about 1.5 points better in the typical case.

Breakdown
Complaints overall123 complaints against about 95 for similar vehicles
6.3
Last three years41 complaints against about 41 for similar vehicles
7.0
Engine, transmission or drive unit failed or replaced
n/aNot enough data
Oil consumption, fuel in the oil or overheating
n/aNot enough data

Each line scores one view of the same complaints the same way, so the lines overlap. The mark on each bar is the class average. A line needs 20 expected complaints to show a number.

By model year
  • 20145.3
  • 20157.0
  • 20165.9
  • 20177.8
  • 20187.5
  • 20195.6
  • 20206.6
  • 2021n/a
  • 2022n/a
  • 2023n/a

Similar vehicles are others in the same class, compared at the same age and in the same years. The score counts complaints owners filed with NHTSA, per vehicle built, which is different from the share of vehicles that fail. How the score is worked out

By engine · 2014 to 2018, 2020 model years only

2.5L 4-cyl 6.9/10
No clear difference from this generation's other engines. (65 complaints, about 209,000 built)
2.0L 4-cyl 6.9/10
No clear difference from this generation's other engines. (16 complaints, about 99,000 built)
1.6L 4-cyl turbo Not rated
Too few complaints to compare. (14 complaints, about 9,000 built)

A complaint counts toward an engine only when its VIN names the engine. Each score is that engine on its own against similar vehicles, worked out the same way as the score above.

On the record

No serious powertrain recall covering 5% or more of this generation and no escalated investigation in NHTSA's files. Warranty extensions and settlements have not been researched.

Complaints by Engine Code

2.0-I4-Gas

2.0L 4-cyl
98 complaints 19.0 per year Gasoline
3 fire reports
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Complaint Breakdown

transmission
41
brakes
27
other
17
safety systems
15
electrical
9

Same engine used in

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Ford Transit Connect Unidentified Engine

10 complaints 1.7 per year
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Complaint Breakdown

engine
3
transmission
2
brakes
2
body
1
other
1
Show 2 additional engine variants with limited data
These engines appear in fewer than 10 owner complaints. A low count can mean a clean record, and it can also be a VIN-decode anomaly in NHTSA's data.

3.5-V6-Gas

3.5L 6-cyl / 310 hp
1 complaint 1.0 per year Gasoline
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Complaint Breakdown

engine
1
cooling
1

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Owner Complaints by System

Complaints owners filed with NHTSA about the Ford Transit Connect, counted across every engine. A complaint can name more than one system.

Transmission: 81 owner complaints
Body/Trim: 80 owner complaints
Brakes: 60 owner complaints
Electrical System: 56 owner complaints
Engine: 40 owner complaints

What to check on a used 2014-2023 Ford Transit Connect

On a used 2014-2023 Ford Transit Connect, the systems with the most NHTSA owner complaints are the transmission and drivetrain (81), the body and structure (80) and the brakes (60). Each one has an inspection step below, with counts as of 2026-10-12. A complaint is an owner report, not a confirmed defect, and counts rise with sales.

  1. Accelerate gently through every gear, then once at full throttle. Shift into Reverse and back to Drive.Costly repair. NHTSA has 81 owner complaints on the 2014-2023 Ford Transit Connect about the transmission and drivetrain, all engines combined.
  2. Open and close every door, the hood and the trunk or hatch. Check the latches, the seals and the gaps between panels.Minor. NHTSA has 80 owner complaints on the 2014-2023 Ford Transit Connect about the body and structure.
  3. On an empty road, brake firmly from 40 mph with a light grip on the wheel.Safety. NHTSA has 60 owner complaints on the 2014-2023 Ford Transit Connect about the brakes.
  4. Switch on every electrical item in turn: lights, windows, locks, wipers, climate fan, screen and power outlets.Costly repair. NHTSA has 56 owner complaints on the 2014-2023 Ford Transit Connect about the electrical system.
  5. Start the engine cold and listen for the first 30 seconds, then again at idle once it is warm.Costly repair. NHTSA has 40 owner complaints on the 2014-2023 Ford Transit Connect about the engine, all engines combined.
Open the full inspection checklist for the 2014-2023 Ford Transit Connect

Recalls (27)

25V572000Sep 4, 2025serious
Back Over Prevention

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2019 Lincoln MKC, Mustang, F-350 SD, F-250 SD, F-450 SD, 2015-2017 Lincoln Navigator, Expedition, 2015-2018 Edge, Transit Connect, 2016-2019 F-550 SD, Transit, 2017-2019 Econoline, and 2019 Ranger vehicles. The rearview camera may display a distorted, inverted, or blank image when the vehicle is in reverse.

25V442000Jun 27, 2025serious
Back Over Prevention

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.

25V196000Mar 28, 2025serious
Powertrain

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Transit Connect vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall number 20V-636. The powertrain control module (PCM) software has fail-safe temperature threshold values higher than intended for the engine. This may delay engine cooling and result in engine overheating.

24V294000Apr 26, 2024serious
Visibility

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Transit Connect vehicles. An improper bond may exist between the panoramic roof and the vehicle body, which can result in the panel detaching from the vehicle.

23V502000Jul 21, 2023serious
Latches/Locks/Linkages

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2014-2016 Transit Connect vehicles. The front door latch pawl may crack and prevent the door from latching.

Show 22 older recalls
22V413000Jun 10, 2022serious
Powertrain

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2013-2019 Escape, 2013-2018 C-Max, 2013-2016 Fusion, 2013-2021 Transit Connect, and 2015-2018 Edge vehicles. The bushing that attaches the shifter cable to the transmission may degrade or detach.

22V192000Mar 25, 2022serious
Visibility

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016 and 2020 Transit Connect vehicles. The front windshield may have been manufactured with inadequate adhesion to the vehicle body structure.

21V977000Dec 16, 2021serious
Visibility

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2014 Transit Connect vehicles equipped with a Panoramic Fixed-Glass Vista roof. An improper bond may exist between the panoramic roof and the vehicle body, which may result in the panel separating from the vehicle.

21V592000Jul 30, 2021serious
Seat Belts

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Transit and 2021 Transit Connect vehicles. The front passenger seat belt automatic locking retractor (ALR) may deactivate early, which can prevent the child restraint system from securing properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

21V376000May 24, 2021serious
Powertrain

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2013-2021 Transit Connect vehicles equipped with 2.5L engines. The bushing that attaches the shifter cable to the transmission may degrade or detach.

20V791000Dec 17, 2020serious
Air Bags

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 EcoSport and 2019-2020 Transit Connect vehicles. Depending on the model, either the driver side or passenger side frontal air bag modules are missing the first-stage booster propellant and sleeve. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

20V636000Oct 15, 2020serious
Engine & Cooling

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Transit Connect vehicles equipped with 2.5L engines. The powertrain control module (PCM) software has fail-safe temperature threshold values higher than intended for the engine. This may delay the fail-safe cooling strategy in the event of coolant loss and result in engine overheating.

20V550000Sep 10, 2020serious
Powertrain

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Edge, Transit Connect and Lincoln MKX and 2020 Escape and Lincoln Corsair vehicles. The start/stop accumulator endcap may have missing or loose bolts.

20V331000Jun 8, 2020serious
Latches/Locks/Linkages

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2011-2014 Fiesta, 2013-2014 Fusion, 2015 Mustang, 2013-2015 Escape and C-Max, 2012-2015 Focus, 2014-2016 Transit Connect, 2013-2014 Lincoln MKZ, and 2015 MKC vehicles. These vehicles were previously recalled and repaired under recalls 15V-246, 16V-643 or 17V-210, however the repair may not have been completed properly. A component within the door latches may break making the doors difficult to latch and/or leading the driver or a passenger to believe a door is securely closed when, in fact, it is not.

20V305000May 27, 2020serious
Seat Belts

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Transit Connect vehicles. The front driver and/or passenger seat belt pretensioner initiators could contain an improper generant mix ratio that may prevent the seat belt pretensioners from deploying in the event of a crash.

20V260000May 8, 2020serious
Visibility

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2014-2017 Transit Connect vehicles equipped with a Panoramic Fixed-Glass Vista roof. An improper bond may exist between the panoramic roof and the vehicle body and may result in wind noise, water leak, and in some cases, separation from the vehicle.

19V229000Mar 22, 2019serious
Seats

TransitWorks is recalling certain 2015-2018 Ford Transit, 2018 Ford Transit Connect, and 2016 Dodge Ram ProMaster vehicles modified to be equipped with Freedman Seating GO-ES seats. When the back seat cushion is rotated from the stowed position to the upright position, the seat cushion may not remain locked into place when under load, such as in a crash or a sudden stop.

17V209000Mar 27, 2017serious
Engine & Cooling

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2014 Escape, 2014-2015 Fiesta ST, 2013-2014 Fusion and 2013-2015 Transit Connect vehicles equipped with 1.6L GTDI engines. If the vehicle is started and driven with an insufficient level of coolant within the engine cooling system, the engine cylinder head may overheat, crack and leak oil.

16V695000Sep 27, 2016serious
Visibility

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2014 Transit Connect vehicles manufactured October 4, 2013, to July 14, 2014 and equipped with a Panoramic Fixed-Glass Vista roof. The panoramic roof panel may have an inadequate bond to the vehicle, possibly resulting in the panel separating from the vehicle.

16V643000Sep 6, 2016serious
Latches/Locks/Linkages

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2012-2015 Ford Focus, 2013-2015 Ford Escape and Ford C-MAX, 2015 Lincoln MKC and Ford Mustang, and 2014-2016 Ford Transit Connect vehicles. A component within the door latches may break, preventing the doors from latching and/or leading the driver or a passenger to believe a door is securely closed when, in fact, it is not.

16V482000Jun 29, 2016serious
Service Brakes

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2016 Transit Connect vehicles manufactured February 22, 2016, through June 16, 2016. The brake Hydraulic Control Unit (HCU) pump may be contaminated with metallic debris. As such, these vehicles fail to conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 126, "Electronic Stability Control Systems."

15V406000Jun 24, 2015serious
Electrical System

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Ford Escape vehicles manufactured May 19, 2014, to February 6, 2015, and Transit Connect vehicles manufactured May 11, 2014, to July 2, 2015. Due to a software incompatibility issue, the instrument panel cluster be inoperative including a blank multiple functional display (MFD), and non-functional warning chimes, messages and warning lights. Specific warning chimes, messages and warning lights. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 101, "Control and Displays."

15V050000Jan 30, 2015serious
Seat Belts

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2014 Ford Transit Connect vehicles manufactured November 6, 2013, to September 20, 2014. In the affected vehicles, the upper seat belt bolts may have been improperly torqued, allowing them to loosen over time.

15V005000Jan 9, 2015serious
Fuel System

Ford Motor Company (Ford) notified the agency on January 8, 2015, that they are recalling certain model year 2014 Ford Escape vehicles manufactured April 15, 2014, to May 8, 2014, and 2015 Lincoln MKC vehicles manufactured April 21, 2014, to May 15, 2014. On April 30, 2015, Ford expanded the recall to cover an additional 45,505 vehicles, including certain model year 2014-2015 Ford Transit Connect vehicles manufactured November 11, 2013, to August 29, 2014, 2014-2015 Ford Fiesta vehicles manufactured April 10, 2014, to June 17, 2014 and 2014 Ford Edge vehicles manufactured April 30, 2014, to May 21, 2014. Improper nickel plating of components within the fuel pump may result in the fuel pump failing.

14V777000Dec 5, 2014serious
Structure

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2014 Ford Transit Connect cargo vans manufactured August 9, 2013, to September 20, 2014. The affected vehicles are equipped with sliding door panels that may have an improper bond strength between the plastic panel and paint primer. This could cause the door panel to separate from the vehicle while driving.

14V703000Nov 5, 2014serious
Fuel System

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2014 Transit Connect vehicles manufactured August 1, 2013, to July 10, 2014. In the affected vehicles, the fuel and vapor lines may have been incorrectly installed in the engine compartment, allowing the two lines to make contact.

14V406000Jul 2, 2014serious
Equipment

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2014 Transit Connect vehicles manufactured March 1, 2014, through May 15, 2014. The affected vehicles may have a brake reservoir cap that does not have the required text advising owners which brake fluid the vehicle uses. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems."

NHTSA Safety Ratings About NHTSA ratings

Overall Not Rated
Frontal Crash
4/5
Side Crash
5/5
Rollover
—
ESC: Standard FCW: Standard & Optional LDW: Standard
Overall ★★★★★ 4/5
Frontal Crash
4/5
Side Crash
5/5
Rollover
4/5 (17.9% risk)
ESC: Standard FCW: Standard & Optional LDW: Standard
Overall Not Rated
Frontal Crash
4/5
Side Crash
5/5
Rollover
—
ESC: Standard FCW: Standard LDW: Standard
Overall ★★★★★ 4/5
Frontal Crash
4/5
Side Crash
5/5
Rollover
4/5 (17.9% risk)
ESC: Standard FCW: Standard LDW: Standard
Overall ★★★★★ 4/5
Frontal Crash
4/5
Side Crash
5/5
Rollover
4/5 (17.9% risk)
ESC: Standard FCW: Standard LDW: Standard
Overall Not Rated
Frontal Crash
4/5
Side Crash
5/5
Rollover
—
ESC: Standard FCW: Standard LDW: Standard
Overall Not Rated
Frontal Crash
—
Side Crash
—
Rollover
4/5 (17.9% risk)
ESC: Standard FCW: Standard LDW: Optional
Overall Not Rated
Frontal Crash
—
Side Crash
—
Rollover
4/5 (17.9% risk)
ESC: Standard FCW: Standard LDW: Optional
Overall Not Rated
Frontal Crash
4/5
Side Crash
5/5
Rollover
—
ESC: Standard FCW: No LDW: No
Overall ★★★★★ 5/5
Frontal Crash
4/5
Side Crash
5/5
Rollover
4/5 (17.9% risk)
ESC: Standard FCW: No LDW: No
Overall ★★★★★ 5/5
Frontal Crash
4/5
Side Crash
5/5
Rollover
4/5 (17.9% risk)
ESC: Standard FCW: No LDW: No
Overall Not Rated
Frontal Crash
4/5
Side Crash
5/5
Rollover
—
ESC: Standard FCW: No LDW: No
Overall ★★★★★ 5/5
Frontal Crash
4/5
Side Crash
5/5
Rollover
4/5 (17.9% risk)
ESC: Standard FCW: No LDW: No
Overall Not Rated
Frontal Crash
4/5
Side Crash
5/5
Rollover
—
ESC: Standard FCW: No LDW: No
Overall Not Rated
Frontal Crash
4/5
Side Crash
5/5
Rollover
—
ESC: Standard FCW: No LDW: Optional
Overall ★★★★★ 5/5
Frontal Crash
4/5
Side Crash
5/5
Rollover
4/5 (17.9% risk)
ESC: Standard FCW: No LDW: Optional
Overall ★★★★★ 5/5
Frontal Crash
4/5
Side Crash
5/5
Rollover
4/5 (17.9% risk)
ESC: Standard FCW: No LDW: No
Overall Not Rated
Frontal Crash
4/5
Side Crash
5/5
Rollover
—
ESC: Standard FCW: No LDW: No

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the most common 2014-2023 Ford Transit Connect complaints?

Owners have filed 445 complaints with NHTSA about the 2014-2023 Ford Transit Connect. The systems they name most often are the transmission, the body and trim and the brakes.

Is the 2014-2023 Ford Transit Connect a good used car?

That depends on the model year, the mileage and the maintenance history of the car in front of you. Owners have filed 445 complaints with NHTSA about the 2014-2023 Ford Transit Connect. Check which systems they name most often and whether a recall is still open on that car.

How many NHTSA complaints does the 2014-2023 Ford Transit Connect have?

NHTSA has 445 owner complaints on file for the 2014-2023 Ford Transit Connect as of the latest data pull. A complaint is an owner's report, not a confirmed defect, and counts rise with sales.

What recalls affect the 2014-2023 Ford Transit Connect?

NHTSA lists 27 recalls covering some 2014-2023 Ford Transit Connect vehicles. Which ones apply depends on the VIN: enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see the open campaigns on a specific car.

What should I check before buying a used Ford Transit Connect?

Run the VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup and confirm every open recall has been done. Look hardest at the transmission, the body and trim and the brakes, the systems owners complain about most. Ask for maintenance records, have an independent mechanic inspect the car and run a vehicle history report for prior accidents and title issues.

What are the NHTSA crash test ratings for the Transit Connect?

The 2023 Ford Transit Connect received an overall 4-star safety rating from NHTSA. Frontal crash: 4 stars. Side crash: 5 stars. Rollover: 4 stars (17.9% rollover probability). Electronic Stability Control: Standard. Forward Collision Warning: Standard & Optional. Lane Departure Warning: Standard. These ratings are based on standardized crash tests conducted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

Data from NHTSA federal complaints database. 445 complaints analyzed. Data confidence: high. Last updated: 2026-10-12.

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