This page covers 2 recalls, 24 owner complaints and EPA fuel economy for the 2011 Ford Transit Connect.
22 mpg combined
10.7 L/100km
Special Purpose Vehicle 2WD
Fuel economy data from fueleconomy.gov (EPA / U.S. Dept. of Energy). Annual cost based on 15,000 mi/yr at 55% city driving and current fuel prices. MPG is U.S. gallons; L/100km converted.
The dominant complaint pattern for the 2011 Transit Connect centers on the windshield wipers. Multiple owners report the passenger-side wiper arm detaching from the vehicle, typically during active rain, leaving the driver with reduced visibility. The powertrain draws the next-highest complaint volume, with owners describing rough, jarring downshifts under load, particularly noticeable between 40 and 50 mph on grades, and several report repeated motor mount damage they link directly to this behavior. A smaller number of electrical complaints describe the entire dash and lighting system cutting out briefly while driving, with the engine stalling before restarting. Isolated reports also mention brake fluid leaking with sluggish stopping response, and door lock failures that prevent the rear doors from unlocking remotely.
24
Total Complaints
By System
The 2011 Ford Transit Connect has two recalls, both involving windshield wipers that can detach from the vehicle, leaving the driver with no wipers on one or both sides of the windshield during rain or reduced visibility conditions.
In both cases, a wiper arm connection point can work loose over time, causing uneven or noisy wiping before the arm eventually separates entirely. Prior repair attempts did not fully resolve the issue, which is why two separate campaigns exist for the same underlying problem.
At a glance
What can fail
The wiper arms may not be properly riveted together, causing incomplete windshield wiping or the wiper arm to detach while in use.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace both driver and passenger side wiper arm and blade assemblies at no cost to you.
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Complaints are owner-reported and reflect individual experiences, not confirmed defects. They are distinct from recalls. Data sourced from the national vehicle safety complaint database. See trending complaints →
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
Wiper arm pivot pins loosen, causing noisy operation and uneven windshield clearing. A wiper arm can separate, eliminating wiping on that side and reducing driver visibility in rain or snow.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the wiper arm assemblies with corrected versions.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
