repaired · 2026 Q3
Back over prevention: software
Risk. A rearview camera that displays a blank image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle.
2019 Ford Transit ConnectProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 52 owner complaints about the 2019 Ford Transit Connect, most often about the power train. It is covered by 8 safety recalls, and for recall 24V-294 the manufacturer reports only 34% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through October 28, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: Bull-Doser, Public domain.
Complaints by system
Where the 2019 Ford Transit Connect has problems
52 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
24Power train
18Service brakes
5Electrical system
4Back over prevention
3Visibility/wiper
2Air bags
2Forward collision avoidance
2Service brakes, hydraulic
1Lane departure
33 other systems
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Power train | 24 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 18 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 5 | 0 |
| Back over prevention | 4 | 0 |
| Visibility/wiper | 3 | 0 |
| Air bags | 2 | 1 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 2 | 0 |
| Service brakes, hydraulic | 2 | 0 |
| Lane departure | 1 | 0 |
| 3 other systems | 3 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
8 recalls
2019 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 Q3
Automatic transmission: control module (tcm/pcm/tecm)
Risk. An engine that overheats increases the risk of a fire.
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.
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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.
repaired · 2023 Q3
Driver side: inflator module
Risk. Air bag modules missing the first-stage booster propellant will not deploy as intended in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
repaired · 2022 Q3
Engine and engine cooling: cooling system
Risk. If the engine overheats, it can result in engine damage and increase the risk of a fire.
repaired · 2022 Q2
Power train: automatic transmission
Risk. Missing or loose bolts on the start stop accumulator endcap could result in a transmission fluid leak and may progress to a loss of transmission function.
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
2019 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
2019 Ford Transit Connect safety ratings
2019 Ford Transit Connect VAN FWD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
- Stability control: Standard
- Forward collision warning: Standard
- Lane departure warning: Optional
In owners' words
What Transit Connect owners report
Recent power train complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
Since I’ve bought it at 48,000 miles the van has always had hard engagements on 1 gear and 2nd. I knew the transmission was bad a week after I bought it at the ford dealership. All they did under their limited warranty was a transmission flush. Now it has 70,000 and the torque converter is toast…
Transmission failure at 80,000 miles. This a known issue with 8F35 transmissions in these model years. Left me stranded and in danger on the roadway. The transmission has other recalls, and a TSB from Ford acknowledging the issues without recall for known failures. There were no lamps, indicators,…
Good evening, I wanted to bring to your attention an ongoing issue I've experienced with two 2019 Transit Connect vehicles that I purchased together. Both vehicles have encountered a transmission problem when shifting into reverse; initially, they would not move, but after shifting to park and then…
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