The 2020 Ford Transit Connect's elevated safety profile includes 6 recall campaigns and 32 owner-reported complaints. Make recall verification part of your pre-purchase checklist.

Recalls

Complaints

Crashes

Fires

Recall Findings

20V7910002020-17-12

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

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."

Air bag modules missing the first-stage booster propellant will not deploy as intended in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

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20V6360002020-15-10

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM

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.

If the engine overheats, it can result in engine damage and increase the risk of a fire.

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21V3760002021-24-05

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:GEAR POSITION INDICATION (PRNDL)

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.

A damaged or missing bushing may prevent the vehicle from shifting into the intended gear, causing the vehicle to move in an unexpected direction. Additionally, the vehicle may roll after the driver selects the 'Park' position. Either scenario increases the risk of a crash or injury.

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22V1920002022-25-03

VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD

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.

During a crash, the windshield may detach from the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury.

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22V4130002022-10-06

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:GEAR POSITION INDICATION (PRNDL)

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.

A damaged or missing bushing may prevent the vehicle from shifting into the intended gear, and cause the vehicle to move in an unexpected direction. Additionally, the vehicle may roll after the driver selects the 'Park' position. Either scenario increases the risk of a crash or injury.

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25V1960002025-28-03

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)

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.

An engine that overheats increases the risk of a fire.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 2020 Ford Transit Connect has accumulated 32 NHTSA complaints over 1 years, with power train leading the pack. Know what to look for before you buy.

01Power Train8

02Unknown Or Other5

03Service Brakes4

04Visibility4

05Service Brakes, Hydraulic1

32 total across 1 model years (2020–2020)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Ford Transit Connect Fuel Economy

22–26mpg combined

20-24city

26-29hwy

$2,350-$2,800/yr

With 7 configurations tested, the 2020 Ford Transit Connect ranges from 22 to 26 MPG combined. That's a 4 MPG gap that can add up to hundreds of dollars a year in fuel costs.

By Trim

Transit Connect Wagon LWB FFV - Automatic (S8)

26mpg

2.0L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive

24 city29 hwy~$2,350/yr5/10 Average

Transit Connect Wagon LWB FWD - Automatic (S8)

26mpg

2.0L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive

24 city29 hwy~$2,350/yr5/10 Average

Transit Connect Van 2WD - Automatic (S8)

25mpg

2.0L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive

24 city27 hwy~$2,450/yr5/10 Average

Transit Connect Van FFV - Automatic (S8)

25mpg

2.0L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive

24 city27 hwy~$2,450/yr5/10 Average

Transit Connect USPS - Automatic (S6)

22mpg

2.5L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive

20 city27 hwy~$2,800/yr4/10 Average

Transit Connect Van 2WD - Automatic (S6)

22mpg

2.5L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive

20 city27 hwy~$2,800/yr4/10 Average

Transit Connect Wagon LWB FWD - Automatic (S6)

22mpg

2.5L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive

20 city26 hwy~$2,800/yr4/10 Average

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Where to Find 2020 Ford Transit Connect

33States

30%in top 3

If you're near Washington DC, you're in luck: 11% of listings are there. But with 33 states represented, there's likely one near you too.

DCWashington DC

15111%

MDMaryland

1249%

TXTexas

1219%

CACalifornia

1038%

FLFlorida

1018%

PAPennsylvania

564%

ILIllinois

544%

NJNew Jersey

443%

NYNew York

403%

DEDelaware

373%

GAGeorgia

322%

MIMichigan

322%

NHNew Hampshire

312%

MOMissouri

312%

OKOklahoma

302%

OHOhio

282%

COColorado

282%

NCNorth Carolina

262%

OR23

UT22

CT22

IN20

AZ20

TN19

MN16

WI15

KY15

WA14

MA13

LA10

IA9

RI9

NE7

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 2020.

2020 Ford Transit Connect Buyer FAQ

What to know before you buy

Is the 2020 Ford Transit Connect a good car to buy?

Here's the short version on the 2020 Ford Transit Connect. There are 6 recalls to verify before purchase. Dig into the safety overview and pricing trends for recall-by-recall detail.

Are there recalls on the 2020 Ford Transit Connect?

NHTSA shows 6 recall campaigns for the 2020 Ford Transit Connect. Before buying, verify all recalls are complete. The dealer must fix them at no charge. See the safety section for the full list.

What's the gas mileage of the 2020 Ford Transit Connect?

You'll get between 22 and 26 MPG combined from the 2020 Ford Transit Connect, depending on engine and drivetrain. That's a meaningful difference over time. The fuel economy table shows exactly which configs get what.

What are common problems with the 2020 Ford Transit Connect?

POWER TRAIN problems top the list with 32 total complaints filed. Not every car is affected, but it's worth asking about and inspecting. Full details in the known issues section.