repaired · 2026 Q3
Sensing system: camera
Risk. A rearview camera that displays an inverted, distorted, or blank image can reduce the driver’s view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
2017 Ford Transit ConnectProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 28 owner complaints about the 2017 Ford Transit Connect, most often about the electrical system. It is covered by 6 safety recalls, and for recall 25V-572 the manufacturer reports only 21% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through July 24, 2026. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2017 Ford Transit Connect has problems
28 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
5Electrical system
4Visibility
4Service brakes
3Service brakes, hydraulic
3Power train
3Back over prevention
2Visibility/wiper
2Steering
1Service brakes, air
33 other systems
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 5 | 0 |
| Visibility | 4 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 4 | 0 |
| Service brakes, hydraulic | 3 | 0 |
| Power train | 3 | 0 |
| Back over prevention | 3 | 0 |
| Visibility/wiper | 2 | 0 |
| Steering | 2 | 0 |
| Service brakes, air | 1 | 1 |
| 3 other systems | 3 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
6 recalls
2017 Ford Transit Connect recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2026 Q1
Visibility: fixed panaramic roof/sky light assembly
Risk. A roof panel that detaches while driving can create a road hazard and increase the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2024 Q3
Automatic transmission: gear position indication (prndl)
Risk. 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.
repaired · 2023 Q1
Automatic transmission: gear position indication (prndl)
Risk. A damaged or missing bushing may prevent the vehicle from shifting into the intended gear, causing the vehicle to move in an unexpected direction.
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repaired · 2022 Q2
Seat belts: front
Risk. In the event of a crash, the front driver and/or passenger seat belt pretensioners may not deploy, increasing the risk of injury.
repaired · 2022 Q2
Visibility: sun/moon roof assembly
Risk. If the panoramic roof panel separates from the vehicle while it is being driven, it may increase the risk of an injury or crash.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Ford.
Best & worst years
2017 vs. every other Transit Connect year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the Transit Connect median. How we score
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- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
NHTSA crash tests
2017 Ford Transit Connect safety ratings
2017 Ford Transit Connect Wagon FWD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side barrier★★★★★
Side pole★★★★★
- Rollover: 4 stars (17.9% risk)
- Stability control: Standard
- Forward collision warning: No
- Lane departure warning: No
In owners' words
What Transit Connect owners report
Recent electrical system complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
Rear brake lights work when locking and unlocking van however the passenger brake light does not work when pushing the brake pedal to stop van
This was happened [XXX] in Mesa CO in winter storms negative temperatures and foot of heavy snow far away from anything car simultaneously looks with running engines when I went out of the car with my winter gear and telephone inside. For 4-5 hours didn’t find any body. I thinking I’m going to die.…
DRIVER SIDE FRONT AND SIDE DOOR. THESE DON'T LOCK AND THE WINDOWS DON'T WORK BUT THE PASSENGER SIDE DOES. JUST STOPPED WORKING LAST WEEK AND THE SMALL FUSES ARE ALL FINE. VEHICLE WAS STATIONARY. NOT SURE IF THIS IS A RECALL MATTER OR NOT.
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