CarRecallWatchThe 2015 Ford Transit Connect has 11 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 66 complaints with NHTSA, including 3 crashes, 4 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Structure (13 reports).
2015 Ford Transit Connect recalls
Rearview Camera May Show Blank or Distorted Image
The rearview camera on certain vehicles may display a distorted, inverted, intermittent, or blank image when the vehicle is in reverse.
Rearview Camera May Show Blank or Distorted Image
The rearview camera can display a distorted, inverted, or blank image while the vehicle is in reverse.
Front Door Latch May Crack, Door Could Open While Driving
The front door latch pawl, a small part inside the door latch, may crack.
Shifter Bushing May Fail, Causing Unexpected Movement
A bushing that connects the shifter cable to the transmission can degrade or detach on certain 2013-2021 Ford vehicles.
Shifter Bushing May Fail, Allowing Unintended Vehicle Movement
The bushing that connects the shifter cable to the transmission can degrade or come loose.
Door May Not Latch Securely and Could Open While Driving
A component in the door latches can break, making a door difficult to latch or causing the driver or a passenger to think a door is closed when it is not.
Roof Panel Can Separate While Driving, Raising Crash Risk
The panoramic fixed-glass roof may have an improper bond to the vehicle body.
Low Coolant Can Crack Engine Head and Cause Fire
Some vehicles with a 1.6L turbocharged engine may have a problem that allows the engine to run with too little coolant.
Door Latch May Break, Leaving Door Unsecured While Driving
A component inside the door latch can break.
Dashboard Warnings May Fail, Hiding Low Tire or Airbag Alerts
The instrument panel cluster can stop working because of a software incompatibility.
Fuel Pump May Fail and Stall the Engine Without Warning
Improper nickel plating of components inside the fuel pump can cause the pump to fail.
Most common 2015 Ford Transit Connect problems
Problem areas named in the 66 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Structure | 13 |
| Unknown Or Other | 13 |
| Latches/Locks/Linkages | 10 |
| Power Train | 9 |
| Engine | 6 |
| Steering | 5 |
| Electrical System | 4 |
| Back Over Prevention | 4 |
| Exterior Lighting | 3 |
| Seats | 2 |
What owners report
The contact owns a 2015 Ford Transit Connect. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V572000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the part for the repair was unavailable. The contact stated the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the remedy to be available. The screen would display a blank screen. The back over prevention camera would also suddenly activate even while in forward drive. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who replaced the back-over prevention camera twice; however, the failures persisted. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was approximately 150,000
I am submitting this complaint to report an unresolved safety recall and the inability to obtain a timely inspection or repair, which I believe places me and my family at increased risk of a crash. My vehicle is a 2015 Ford Transit Connect. The vehicle is subject to Ford Safety Recall 25S89 and NHTSA Recall 25V572, concerning a failure of the rearview camera system. The rearview camera on my vehicle frequently displays a message stating âRear View Camera Unavailable, Contact Ford Dealershipâ and then goes to a black screen. This results in a complete loss of rear visibility while backing up, increasing the risk of a collision, especially involving pedestrians or other vehicles. I receive
No remedy from Ford for this recall since September 8 2025. This is a work vehicle I can not use until recall fixed
The contact owns a 2015 Ford Transit Connect. The contact received notifications of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 20V331000 (LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES), 23V502000 (LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES), and 25V572000 (BACK OVER PREVENTION); however, the parts to do the recall repairs were not yet available. The contact stated that the dealer refused to perform the recall repairs regarding the latches, locks, and linkages. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.
The contact owns a 2015 Ford Transit Connect. The contact stated while reversing, the back over prevention camera system failed to function as intended. The contact stated that the back over prevention camera system independently activated and deactivated. In addition, the contact stated that occasionally the back over prevention camera system was inoperable. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or the dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but provided no assistance. The contact referenced an unknown recall; however, the VIN was not included. The contact was informed to take the vehicle to the dealer for a diagnostic test. The failure mileage
2015 Ford Transit Connect questions
Does the 2015 Ford Transit Connect have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 11 safety recalls for the 2015 Ford Transit Connect: Rearview Camera May Show Blank or Distorted Image; Rearview Camera May Show Blank or Distorted Image; Front Door Latch May Crack, Door Could Open While Driving; Shifter Bushing May Fail, Causing Unexpected Movement; Shifter Bushing May Fail, Allowing Unintended Vehicle Movement. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2015 Ford Transit Connect?
Based on 66 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Structure (13), Unknown Or Other (13), Latches/Locks/Linkages (10).
How do I check if a recall on my 2015 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.