CarRecallWatchThe 2017 Ford Transit Connect has 6 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 28 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 crash.
The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (5 reports).
2017 Ford Transit Connect recalls
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.
Roof Panel Can Detach While Driving, Creating Crash Risk
A panoramic fixed roof panel on certain vehicles may not be properly bonded to the vehicle body.
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.
Front Seat Belts May Not Tighten in a Crash
Certain 2016-2017 Ford Transit Connect vehicles have front driver and/or passenger seat belt pretensioner initiators that may contain an improper generant mix ratio.
Roof Panel Can Separate While Driving, Raising Crash Risk
The panoramic fixed-glass roof may have an improper bond to the vehicle body.
Most common 2017 Ford Transit Connect problems
Problem areas named in the 28 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Electrical System | 5 |
| Service Brakes | 4 |
| Visibility | 4 |
| Unknown Or Other | 3 |
| Power Train | 3 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 3 |
| Back Over Prevention | 3 |
| Steering | 2 |
| Visibility/Wiper | 2 |
| Engine | 1 |
What owners report
The contact owns a 2017 Ford Transit Connect. The contact stated that while the vehicle was in reverse, the rear-view camera displayed a blank screen with the message "Camera Unavailable. The contact stated that the VIN was not included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V572000 (Back Over Prevention). The local dealer was contacted. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 92,000.
The contact owns a 2017 Ford Transit Connect. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V572000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact stated that the back-over prevention camera intermittently failed to display an image of the rear of the vehicle. Occasionally, the screen went black while displaying an image. The dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was approximately 80,000.
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
See attached document for complaint
The contact owns a 2017 Ford Transit Connect. The contact stated that while reversing with the rearview camera engaged, the screen became blurry or blank. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact stated that the failure was due to NHTSAÂ Campaign Number:Â 20V575000 (Visibility, Back Over Prevention). The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 50,000.
2017 Ford Transit Connect questions
Does the 2017 Ford Transit Connect have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 6 safety recalls for the 2017 Ford Transit Connect: Rearview Camera May Show Blank or Distorted Image; Roof Panel Can Detach While Driving, Creating Crash Risk; Shifter Bushing May Fail, Causing Unexpected Movement; Shifter Bushing May Fail, Allowing Unintended Vehicle Movement; Front Seat Belts May Not Tighten in a Crash. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2017 Ford Transit Connect?
Based on 28 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (5), Service Brakes (4), Visibility (4).
How do I check if a recall on my 2017 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.