2010 Ford Transit Connect Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

2010 Ford Transit Connect recalls

Most common 2010 Ford Transit Connect problems

Problem areas named in the 42 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem area	Reports
Power Train	8
Electrical System	7
Visibility/Wiper	5
Engine	5
Latches/Locks/Linkages	4
Structure	4
Service Brakes	4
Exterior Lighting	3
Service Brakes, Hydraulic	3
Electronic Stability Control (Esc)	3

What owners report

2025-03-20, Service Brakes
After placing vehicle in Park, vehicle rolled away and destroyed my mailbox. Luckily I was able to stop it inches away from neighbors car. There is a recall for other years, but none for this year. The vehicle has not been inspected by a dealer yet, however, after talking to the dealership service department, it is a common problem and would cost a lot to repair

2024-03-21, Structure
The contact owns a 2010 Ford Transit Connect. The contact stated that while driving approximately 30 MPH, the vehicle drover over the pump in the road and both the front driver's side and front passenger side wheel exterior fender flares along with the front grill had dislodged from the vehicle. Upon inspection, the contact discovered that the plastic clips attaching the parts to the body of the vehicle had failed. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The manufacturer and local dealer were notified of the failure but no assistance was offered. The failure mileage was 130,000.

2023-05-22, Power Train
The car can roll/move after the automatic transmission has been put in PARK. There are no warnings or indication of a problem and the ignition key can be removed after the transmission is in PARK. But the car can roll away and injure people or damage property if the emergency brake is not engaged. The transmission shift linkage has been examined and it appears to be fine, with no slop or mis-adjustment, and the linkage bushing (that is the subject of a recall of several other Fords of other model years) seems to be fine and not deteriorated. So, it's not the same problematic part but the vehicle roll away risk and danger to people and property is the same. This problem happens every time th

2021-10-13, Power Train
When I put my TC in park at work this morning it rolled forward. I found it odd so put the vehicle in reverse, applied the brake, put it in park, released the brake, and it again rolled. I applied the parking brake, opened the door and put my left foot on the ground to try to roll it myself. Although I was satisfied it would stay put with the parking brake applied, I moved to a parking space at the outside edge of the lot with a slight down-grade and a curb, and parked with the rear tires against the curb and applied the brake. When I arrived at my desk I did an internet search about this new problem and came across information about a recall for this problem in Ford Transit Connects, howeve

2021-06-01, Latches/Locks/Linkages
2010 Ford Transit Connect 120,000 miles Pulled driver door (electric lock) latch handle to exit vehicle. Upon pulling the door latch handle a very loud buzz lasting for approximately 1 to 2 seconds came from the driver door. I remained in the vehicle and closed the driver door and pressed the door lock mechanism and all doors locked. I then pulled on the driver door latch handle to unlock the doors which resulted in the same loud buzz from the driver's door. I exited the vehicle and locked it using the key fob. Upon returning to the vehicle I unlocked it using the key fob and again a very loud buzz came from the driver door. It was apparent this loud buzz only emanated when the automatic do

2010 Ford Transit Connect questions

Does the 2010 Ford Transit Connect have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2010 Ford Transit Connect: Equipment Adaptive/Mobility; Structure:Body:Roof And Pillars. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2010 Ford Transit Connect?

Based on 42 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Power Train (8), Electrical System (7), Visibility/Wiper (5).

How do I check if a recall on my 2010 Ford Transit Connect has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.