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2019 Ford Transit Connect Problems and Recalls
Owners filed 51 complaints with NHTSA about the 2019 Ford Transit Connect, most often about the transmission (47% of complaints, typically around 83,000 miles). It is 4th of 14 Transit Connect model years by number of complaints and has 8 recalls.
Most common 2019 Ford Transit Connect problems
Transmission
24 complaints · 47%Half of these problems showed up before 83,000 miles. Parts named most often: automatic transmission.
The contact owns a 2019 Ford Transit Connect. The contact stated while the vehicle was parked, the electrical system failed to respond, and the vehicle turned off. There were no warning lights illuminated. There was no power to the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where unknown repairs were performed along…
The contact owns a 2019 Ford Transit Connect. The contact stated while driving 20 MPH, the vehicle hesitated and stalled. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed and determined that the transmission needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but…
Brakes
19 complaints · 37%The contact owns a 2019 Ford Transit Connect. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the brake pedal was depressed and the vehicle lunged forward before slowing to a stop. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to white's Ford located at 1246 n main st, urbana, oh…
The contact owns a 2019 Ford Transit Connect. The contact stated that while her son was driving approximately 65 MPH, the braking system erroneously activated causing the vehicle to suddenly decelerate. After restarting the vehicle, the failure was temporarily remedied but later reoccurred. The vehicle was taken to…
Other or unspecified
6 complaints · 12%Electrical
5 complaints · 10%Parts named most often: instrument cluster/panel, software.
I can not seem to get my reduced guard function as shown in internal memo ssm48081 and in my factory Ford owners manuel set up by any Ford dealership I have been to. Last night at dinner it set off 5 times with my dog inside. Was told by one dealership to just not lock the doors.
The contact owns a 2019 Ford Transit Connect. The contact stated while the vehicle was parked, the electrical system failed to respond, and the vehicle turned off. There were no warning lights illuminated. There was no power to the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where unknown repairs were performed along…
Visibility and wipers
4 complaints · 8%Parts named most often: windshield.
On going, I have pictures of multiple stages with the mileage. The wipers continue to malfunction. The car has gone in multiple times for this. The hose continues to disconnect. The rear camera, sensors, charging mechanisms malfunction. It activates the rear camera it also says parking issue and back up camera…
The contact owns a 2019 Ford Transit Connect. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, wind noises were heard coming from the front windshield. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the front windshield had detached and needed to be reinstalled. The vehicle was not…
Backup camera
4 complaints · 8%Parts named most often: warnings, sensing system.
On going, I have pictures of multiple stages with the mileage. The wipers continue to malfunction. The car has gone in multiple times for this. The hose continues to disconnect. The rear camera, sensors, charging mechanisms malfunction. It activates the rear camera it also says parking issue and back up camera…
Driver assistance
3 complaints · 6%Parts named most often: automatic emergency braking, blind spot detection, warnings.
On going, I have pictures of multiple stages with the mileage. The wipers continue to malfunction. The car has gone in multiple times for this. The hose continues to disconnect. The rear camera, sensors, charging mechanisms malfunction. It activates the rear camera it also says parking issue and back up camera…
Complaints are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.
2019 Ford Transit Connect recalls
Backup camera: software
Risk: A rearview camera that displays a blank image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle. A rearview image that continues to be displayed after the vehicle is shifted out of reverse may distract the driver. Both of these situations can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will update the rearview camera software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed september 4, 2025. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25s72.
Full defect summary
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2018-2022 transit connect, 2019-2020 mkz, mkx, edge, continental, f-150, nautilus, fusion, 2019-2023 ranger, mustang, 2020-2021 ecosport, expedition, navigator, 2020-2022 escape, f-250 sd, corsair, 2020-2023 aviator, transit, 2020-2024 explorer, 2021-2024 bronco sport, and 2022-2024 maverick vehicles. A software error may cause the rearview camera to display a blank image, or the image may remain on the display after the backing event has ended.
Transmission: control module (tcm/pcm/tecm)
Risk: An engine that overheats increases the risk of a fire.
Fix: Dealers will update the powertrain control module (PCM) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed april 21, 2025. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25s32.
Full defect summary
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2019-2020 transit connect vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall number 20v-636. The powertrain control module (PCM) software has fail-safe temperature threshold values higher than intended for the engine. This may delay engine cooling and result in engine overheating.
Visibility and wipers: 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.
Fix: Dealers will remove, clean, and reinstall the panoramic roof panel, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed june 4, 2024. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24s29.
Full defect summary
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2017-2019 transit connect vehicles. An improper bond may exist between the panoramic roof and the vehicle body, which can result in the panel detaching from the vehicle.
Transmission: shift linkage/cable/rod
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. Additionally, the vehicle may roll after the driver selects the 'park' position. Either scenario increases the risk of a crash or injury.
Fix: Dealers will replace the under hood shift bushing and add a protective cap over the shift cable bushing, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters, informing owners of the safety risk, were mailed july 1, 2022. Remedy parts are expected to be available in 4th quarter 2022. Owner notification letters were mailed october 27, 2022. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22s43.
Full defect summary
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2013-2019 escape, 2013-2018 c-max, 2013-2016 fusion, 2013-2021 transit connect, and 2015-2018 edge vehicles. The bushing that attaches the shifter cable to the transmission may degrade or detach.
Transmission: shift linkage/cable/rod
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. Additionally, the vehicle may roll after the driver selects the 'park' position. Either scenario increases the risk of a crash or injury.
Fix: Dealers will replace the underhood shifter cable bushing, and add a protective cap, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on june 29, 2021. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21s24.
Full defect summary
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2013-2021 transit connect vehicles equipped with 2.5l engines. The bushing that attaches the shifter cable to the transmission may degrade or detach.
Air bags: 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.
Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected air bag module on either the driver or passenger side, free of charge. This recall began february 18, 2021. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20c26.
Full defect summary
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2020 ecosport and 2019-2020 transit connect vehicles. Depending on the model, either the driver side or passenger side frontal air bag modules are missing the first-stage booster propellant and sleeve. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 208, "occupant crash protection."
Transmission: control module (tcm/pcm/tecm)
Risk: If the engine overheats, it can result in engine damage and increase the risk of a fire.
Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will update the PCM software, free of charge. The recall began november 10, 2020. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20s60.
Full defect summary
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2019-2020 transit connect vehicles equipped with 2.5l engines. The powertrain control module (PCM) software has fail-safe temperature threshold values higher than intended for the engine. This may delay the fail-safe cooling strategy in the event of coolant loss and result in engine overheating.
Transmission: 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. A transmission fluid leak in the presence of an ignition source may increase the risk of fire.
Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the start/stop accumulator, free of charge. The recall began september 23, 2020. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20s49.
Full defect summary
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2019-2020 edge, transit connect and lincoln mkx and 2020 escape and lincoln corsair vehicles. The start/stop accumulator endcap may have missing or loose bolts.
Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which recalls are still open on your car.
Questions about the 2019 Ford Transit Connect
- What are the most common problems with the 2019 Ford Transit Connect?
- By NHTSA owner complaints: transmission (24 complaints, typically around 83,000 miles); brakes (19 complaints); other or unspecified (6 complaints).
- How many recalls does the 2019 Ford Transit Connect have?
- 8 recalls listed by NHTSA, the latest from June 27, 2025 (backup camera). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which ones are still open on your car.
- Is the 2019 a bad year for the Ford Transit Connect?
- It is 4th of 14 Transit Connect model years by number of complaints, with 51 complaints. Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular years collect more of them, and the newest years have had less time to.