This page covers 1 recall, 26 owner complaints, NHTSA crash-test ratings and EPA fuel economy for the 2012 Ford Transit Connect.
23 mpg combined
10.2 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. Ranges reflect the 2 tested variants for this model year.
2/5 Overall
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Rating
Complaints for the 2012 Ford Transit Connect spread across a few systems, with engine and visibility issues each drawing the most reports. On the engine side, owners describe exhaust heat management problems, with some reporting that heat from the exhaust system reached the fuel tank and caused fuel leaks. Visibility complaints center on wiper failures, specifically wiper arms stopping mid-operation while driving. A handful of owners also report water intrusion through door seals, with moisture entering the cabin during rain and dampening interior components including seat belts. Tire sidewall irregularities, described as small dips or depressions appearing on relatively new tires, show up in at least one report, though that appears isolated rather than a recurring pattern across multiple owners.
26
Total Complaints
1
Crash-Related
1
Fire-Related
1
With Injuries
By System
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.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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Ratings from NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program (NCAP).
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 →
