This page covers 4 recalls, NHTSA crash-test ratings and EPA fuel economy for the 2021 Ford Transit Connect.
22–25 mpg combined
9.4–10.7 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. Ranges reflect the 2 tested variants for this model year.
4/5 Overall
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Rating
The 2021 Ford Transit Connect has 4 recalls, the most serious being a shifter cable bushing that can degrade or fall off, leaving the driver unable to select the intended gear and causing the vehicle to move in an unexpected direction.
The seatbelt system also has a concern: the front passenger seatbelt's automatic locking retractor can deactivate too early, which prevents a child safety seat from being held securely and raises the risk of injury in a crash. On the visibility side, a software defect can cause the rearview camera to display a blank image when reversing, reducing the driver's view of what is behind the vehicle.
At a glance
What can fail
A software error may cause the rearview camera to display a blank image or fail to clear the image after backing up.
What the fix does
Dealers will update the rearview camera software at no cost.
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Driver Assistance
Ratings from NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program (NCAP). Based on 2 tested variants; worst-case ratings shown.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The rubber bushing connecting the shifter cable to the transmission can wear down or come loose, potentially affecting shift control.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the worn bushing and install a protective cap over the cable bushing at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The front passenger seat belt's automatic locking retractor may stop working too early, preventing child car seats from being secured correctly.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect the front passenger seat belt assembly and replace it if needed at no charge.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The rubber bushing connecting the shifter cable to the transmission can wear down or come loose, potentially affecting gear selection.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the shifter cable bushing and install a protective cap at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
