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The 2014 Ford Transit Connect has 127 NHTSA owner complaints and 15 active recall campaigns on file. Here's the breakdown — what's serious, what's noise, and what a working mechanic would actually do about it.
The 2014 Ford Transit Connect has 127 NHTSA owner complaints and 15 recalls on file (U.S. federal records, as of August 2026). The most-reported system is body at 25 complaints, typically surfacing around 66,984 miles (~$1,500 to repair). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation.
| Model year | Owner complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2011 Transit Connect | 24 | 1 |
| 2012 Transit Connect | 26 | 1 |
| 2013 Transit Connect | 32 | 4 |
| 2014 Transit Connect (this page) | 127 | 15 |
| 2015 Transit Connect | 66 | 10 |
| 2016 Transit Connect | 104 | 10 |
| 2017 Transit Connect | 28 | 6 |
Below average for the segment. Multiple systems have recurring complaints.
Repair exposure runs above average — only with money set aside and eyes open.
Our read of the federal NHTSA complaint and recall record for this exact year and model — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection. How we score.
Driver-assist features on the tested model: Electronic stability control: Standard · Forward collision warning: No · Lane departure warning: No
Source: NHTSA New Car Assessment Program — tested configuration: 2014 Ford Transit Connect Wagon FWD. Stars rate crash protection in NHTSA's tests, not overall reliability — see the owner-complaint data below for what actually goes wrong.
Here's what this model is known to do — so you can inspect for it, price it in, or make the seller fix it before you sign.
⚠ The one to take seriously: engine is flagged severe on this model , showing up around 78,620 mi. Inspect it closely on a test drive.
Run the VIN from the listing — 15 active recalls on this model. Recall repairs are always free.
Verdict for buyers: 4.6/10 model. The priciest documented failure is engine (~$3,100) — get the seller's service records for it or inspect closely. Otherwise an average-risk used buy at a fair price.
We tell you what this model is known for and what to inspect — a vehicle-history report tells you what this exact car has been through. Smart buyers get both.
See the full pre-purchase inspection checklist →A noise, a warning light, a repair quote, "should I buy this?" — get an answer grounded in this vehicle's actual NHTSA record, not generic advice.
Answers use this vehicle's NHTSA complaint & recall record — owner-reported and unverified, not a diagnosis. Verify anything safety-critical with a mechanic.
The rear door of the vehicle opens on it's own. If accelerating then the contents of the trunk fall onto the road. The problem continues to happen even after repeated attempts to get it fixed at dealer, and over $1000 spent.
At 76k miles the transmission began slipping and missing shifts from both reverse and drive selections, either hot or cold. 1st and 2nd gear are where this issue is most acute. It occurs when accelerating from a stop and also when decelerating. Gator Ford stated transmission…
My vehicle is experiencing a problem with complete steering loss when vehicle is driving worse than no power steering there is a recall on many Ford and some Lincoln vehicles reguarding this issue with steering gear. I've reached out to Ford reguarding this issue although its a…
contacted local ford dealership for recall repairs (Johnson City Ford). they state there are not any recalls for a 2014 ford transit connect and would not schedule the repairs.
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An unlatched door can open while driving, increasing the risk of injury.
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.
Panoramic roof panel separation while driving can increase the risk of an injury or crash.
It's got known weak points. With a reliability score of 4.6 out of 10 based on 127 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2014 Ford Transit Connect has a higher-than-average rate of reported issues. The areas to watch are listed above. Whether it's worth owning depends on price, condition, and how much repair exposure you can absorb.
The 2014 Ford Transit Connect is a higher-risk ownership prospect. Repair exposure runs above average — only with money set aside and eyes open. The record behind that call: Reliability score 4.6/10 — below the segment average; 15 recall campaigns on file. This is our read of the federal complaint and recall data — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection.
Inspect the body first — it's the most-reported issue on this model, with 25 owner complaints filed. Typical failure occurs around 66,984 miles. Average repair cost runs about $1,500 at an independent shop. Also confirm any open recalls have been completed by running the VIN, and ask for service records covering the problem areas listed above.
It scores 4.6 out of 10 on our NHTSA-based read of 127 owner complaints. The main thing to watch is body. Typical failure occurs around 66,984 miles. Priced fairly and clean on inspection, it's a reasonable used buy. Our data covers what this model is known for — pair it with a vehicle-history report on the VIN to see what that specific car has been through.
Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is body, with 25 complaints filed. Typical failure occurs around 66,984 miles. Average repair cost runs about $1,500 at an independent shop.
The body is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $1,500 at an independent shop. Typical failure occurs around 66,984 miles. Catching early warning signs can sometimes extend life by 20–30,000 miles.
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Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 127 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $1,500, one major failure more than pays for it. The catch is reading the contract — many providers exclude wear items and require pre-authorization, so cheaper plans are not always better value.