The Lemon IndexFord Transit Connect recalls.
Every NHTSA recall campaign for the 2010–2023 Ford Transit Connect, newest first. Each one is listed once, with the model years it covers.
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Every recall 31
1 filed in the last 12 months. A new recall has had the least time to be fixed, so it's the one most likely still open on a used car.
- Back over prevention · recall issued Oct 2026 · model year 2015 New: most likely still open
The rearview camera may display a distorted, inverted, intermittent, or blank image when the vehicle is in reverse.
506 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 26V650000
- Back over prevention · recall issued Sep 2025 · model years 2015–2018
The rearview camera may display a distorted, inverted, or blank image when the vehicle is in reverse.
1,456,417 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 25V572000
- Back over prevention · recall issued Jun 2025 · model years 2018–2020
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.
200,237 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 25V442000
- Transmission & drivetrain · recall issued Mar 2025 · model years 2019–2020
The powertrain control module (PCM) software has fail-safe temperature threshold values higher than intended for the engine.
152 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 25V196000
- Visibility · recall issued Apr 2024 · model years 2017–2019
An improper bond may exist between the panoramic roof and the vehicle body, which can result in the panel detaching from the vehicle.
1,315 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 24V294000
- Latches/locks/linkages · recall issued Jul 2023 · model years 2014–2016
The front door latch pawl may crack and prevent the door from latching.
112,225 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 23V502000
- Transmission & drivetrain · recall issued Jun 2022 · model years 2013–2020
The bushing that attaches the shifter cable to the transmission may degrade or detach.
2,925,968 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 22V413000
- Visibility · recall issued Mar 2022 · model years 2016, 2020
The front windshield may have been manufactured with inadequate adhesion to the vehicle body structure.
39,720 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 22V192000
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- Visibility · recall issued Dec 2021 · model year 2014
An improper bond may exist between the panoramic roof and the vehicle body, which may result in the panel separating from the vehicle.
311 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 21V977000
- Transmission & drivetrain · recall issued May 2021 · model years 2013–2020 2.5L engines only
The bushing that attaches the shifter cable to the transmission may degrade or detach.
192,080 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 21V376000
- Airbags · recall issued Dec 2020 · model years 2019–2020
Depending on the model, either the driver side or passenger side frontal air bag modules are missing the first-stage booster propellant and sleeve.
12 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 20V791000
- Engine · recall issued Oct 2020 · model years 2019–2020 2.5L engines only
The powertrain control module (PCM) software has fail-safe temperature threshold values higher than intended for the engine.
2,903 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 20V636000
- Transmission & drivetrain · recall issued Sep 2020 · model years 2019–2020
The start/stop accumulator endcap may have missing or loose bolts.
97 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 20V550000
- Latches/locks/linkages · recall issued Jun 2020 · model years 2014–2016
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.
2,147,323 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 20V331000
- Seat belts · recall issued May 2020 · model years 2016–2017
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.
1,616 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 20V305000
- Visibility · recall issued May 2020 · model years 2014–2017
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.
5,088 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 20V260000
- Seats · recall issued Mar 2019 · model year 2018
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.
776 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 19V229000
- Engine · recall issued Mar 2017 · model years 2013–2015 1.6L engines only
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.
208,584 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 17V209000
- Visibility · recall issued Sep 2016 · model year 2014
The panoramic roof panel may have an inadequate bond to the vehicle, possibly resulting in the panel separating from the vehicle.
887 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 16V695000
- Latches/locks/linkages · recall issued Sep 2016 · model years 2014–2016
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.
2,046,297 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 16V643000
- Brakes · recall issued Jun 2016 · model year 2016
The brake Hydraulic Control Unit (HCU) pump may be contaminated with metallic debris.
1,895 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 16V482000
- Electrical · recall issued Jun 2015 · model years 2014–2015
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.
184,519 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 15V406000
- Seat belts · recall issued Jan 2015 · model year 2014
In the affected vehicles, the upper seat belt bolts may have been improperly torqued, allowing them to loosen over time.
16,091 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 15V050000
- Fuel system, gasoline · recall issued Jan 2015 · model years 2014–2015
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 …
54,543 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 15V005000
- Body structure · recall issued Dec 2014 · model year 2014
This could cause the door panel to separate from the vehicle while driving.
19,825 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 14V777000
- Equipment adaptive/mobility · recall issued Nov 2014 · model year 2013
The platform side plate of the affected wheelchair lifts may crack.
34 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 14V706000
- Fuel system, gasoline · recall issued Nov 2014 · model year 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.
25,238 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 14V703000
- Equipment · recall issued Jul 2014 · model year 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.
368 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 14V406000
- Visibility · recall issued Aug 2012 · model years 2011–2012
The wiper arms may not be adequately riveted resulting in incomplete or inconsistent clearing of the windshield and possible detachment of the wiper arm.
16,330 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 12V374000
- Equipment adaptive/mobility · recall issued Apr 2012 · model year 2010
MAIN MOBILITY IS RECALLING CERTAIN CONVERSION VANS BUILT ON MODEL YEAR 2008-2010 CHEVROLET EXPRESS, 2009 GMC SAVANA, AND 2010 FORD TRANSIT CONNECT CHASSIS, AND FITTED WITH CERTAIN BRAUN WHEELCHAIR LIFTS.
34 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 12V169000
- Body structure · recall issued Jul 2010 · model year 2010
FORD IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010 TRANSIT CONNECT VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM DECEMBER 5, 2008 THROUGH MAY 31, 2010 FOR FAILING TO MEET THE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 201, "O…
33,728 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 10V316000
Recalls by model year. Campaigns that cover each year.
Tap a year for its problems, complaints and Lemon Index.
What they fix. Campaigns by system.
Is one open on your Transit Connect?
A recall only matters if it's still open on that exact car. NHTSA's public recall data works by make, model and year, so these lists cover every car of that model year, not one VIN. Whether a recall was already fixed on a particular car is in the automaker's records: type the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or ask any dealer of that brand. The repair is free.
Canada? See recalls at Transport Canada
Questions
How many recalls does the Ford Transit Connect have?
31 recall campaigns across model years 2010–2023, from NHTSA. Many campaigns cover several model years; counted once for every model year they cover (the way each year's page counts them), that's 72.
Which Ford Transit Connect year has the most recalls?
The 2014, with 15 campaigns. 2015: 11, 2016: 10, 2020: 8.
What are most Ford Transit Connect recalls about?
Visibility: 6 of the 31 campaigns. Then transmission & drivetrain (4) and back over prevention (3).
What is the newest Ford Transit Connect recall?
Back over prevention, filed Oct 2026 (NHTSA 26V650000): The rearview camera may display a distorted, inverted, intermittent, or blank image when the vehicle is in reverse.
What is the biggest Ford Transit Connect recall?
NHTSA 22V413000 (transmission & drivetrain, Jun 2022) covers 2,925,968 vehicles in all, every model in that campaign. The bushing that attaches the shifter cable to the transmission may degrade or detach.
How do I check if my Ford Transit Connect has an open recall?
Use its VIN: type it at nhtsa.gov/recalls or ask any Ford dealer. Our VIN check decodes it and lists every recall for that model year. Recall repairs are free.
Ford Transit Connect: problems and best years · All Ford recalls · Recall check
Source: NHTSA recall campaigns (api.nhtsa.gov), matched to the model names owners use in NHTSA complaints. Vehicle counts and the "park it" warnings come from NHTSA's recall file, which starts in 2010, so older recalls have no count. A campaign's count covers every make and model in it.
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