For 2014-2017 Transit Connect Vehicles with a Taxi Conversion there is a 12-Pin block connector available for connecting the taxi spot lights to the main body harness. Service Part Number GU2Z-14S411-JA.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗2014 Ford Transit Connect lighting problems
moderate 5 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $250 · see lighting across all vehicles →
Complaints
5
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$250
Is there a fix? Manufacturer service bulletins
The manufacturer has issued service bulletins covering lighting on this vehicle — documented repair instructions, service campaigns, or warranty extensions sent to dealers. A TSB isn't a recall (it's not a free safety remedy), but it's the manufacturer acknowledging the issue and how to fix it.
SOME 2014-2017 TRANSIT CONNECT VEHICLES ARE EQUIPPED WITH CORNERING LAMPS. THE CORNERING LAMPS SHARE THE SAME BULB AS THE FOG LAMPS AND ILLUMINATE WHEN THE VEHICLE SPEED IS LESS THAN 25 MPH AND THE BODY CONTROL MODULE (BCM) RECEIVES A REQUEST FOR A TURN SIGNAL OR THE STEERING WHEEL IS TURNED GREATER THAN 35 DEGREES FROM CENTER. BEFORE DIAGNOSING A RIGHT OR LEFT FOG LAMP THAT MAY SEEM TO BE STUCK ON, TURN THE STEERING WHEEL BACK TO CENTER. IF THE LAMP GOES OFF, THE VEHICLE IS EQUIPPED WITH CORNERING LAMPS AND ARE WORKING AS DESIGNED. REFER TO THE WORKSHOP MANUAL SECTION 417-01 EXTERIOR LIGHTING.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗SOME 2014-2017 TRANSIT CONNECT VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT LOW BEAM HEADLAMP BULB BURN OUT, IN WHICH THE BULB CONNECTOR IS ALSO DAMAGED. THIS CONCERN IS UNDER INVESTIGATION. DO NOT REPLACE THE HEADLAMP ASSEMBLY. TO SERVICE, USE PIGTAIL KIT 8U2Z-14S411-GA. DO NOT SHORTEN THE WIRES ON THE PIGTAIL KIT, SO THEY CAN ACT AS A HEAT SINK TO DRAW HEAT AWAY FROM THE BULB. A NEW PART AND PROCEDURE IS BEING DEVELOPED. MONITOR OASIS FOR UPDATES.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗FORD: SOME VEHICLES HAVE CORNERING LAMPS THAT USES SAME FOG LAMPS BULB AND ILLUMINATES WHEN SPEED IS 25MPH AND REQUEST FROM BODY CONTROL MODULE (BCM) FOR TURN SIGNAL WILL STAY ON WHEN STEERING WHEEL IS CENTERED. MODEL 2014-15 TRANSIT CONNECT.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗FORD: DUE TO HEADLAMP CONTROL MODULE (HCM) SOFTWEAR, FROM TURN SIGNAL INPUT CORNERING LAMP FAILS TO ILLUMINATE. MODEL 2014-15 TRANSIT CONNECT.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications. Bring the bulletin number to your dealer or shop.
What owners are reporting 0 most recent
Had lighting trouble with your 2014 Ford Transit Connect?
File a complaint with NHTSA → It's free, official, and how every report above got here — owner filings are the federal safety record this page is built on.
Common questions
How serious is the lighting problem on the 2014 Ford Transit Connect?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 5 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $250 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the lighting typically fail?
Based on the 5 complaints filed, lighting issues most often appear around 60,000 miles. Some report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 with no symptoms. Maintenance habits matter — vehicles that received timely fluid services and were not regularly overworked tend to last longer.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $250 for lighting repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to lighting?
No active recalls currently cover lighting issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Related
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Verify the raw federal record at
nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2014/Ford/Transit Connect.
Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities. Repair cost estimates are
independent-shop national averages and may differ in your area. Some links on this page are affiliate links.