2013 Ford Transit Connect Problems, Recalls & Reliability
Verdict
GoodComplaint Index
46/100
#8 most-complained of 14 Transit Connect years
Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology
The 2013 Ford Transit Connect has 32 owner complaints and 4 safety recalls on file with NHTSA. Its Complaint Index is 46 out of 100 — #8 highest of 14 Transit Connect model years (verdict: Good). The most reported problem area is engine (7 complaints, 22% of the total). Complaints report 3 crashes.
- Complaints
- 32
- Recalls
- 4
- Crashes / fires
- 3 / 0
- Injuries / deaths
- 0 / 0
- NHTSA overall rating
- 2 / 5 ★
- EPA combined MPG
- 23
- 21.5 city / 26.5 hwy
Top 2013 Ford Transit Connect problems
NHTSA owner complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Engine7 (22%)
- Transmission & Powertrain7 (22%)
- Brakes6 (19%)
- Electrical System5 (16%)
- Structure & Body5 (16%)
- Other2 (6%)
- Suspension, Wheels & Tires2 (6%)
- Airbags1 (3%)
- Fuel System1 (3%)
- Seat Belts1 (3%)
2013 Ford Transit Connect recalls
4 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.
- NHTSA 22V413000Jun 10, 2022Transmission & Powertrain2,925,968 vehicles
Power train:shift linkage/cable/rod
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2013-2019 Escape, 2013-2018 C-Max, 2013-2016 Fusion, 2013-2021 Transit Connect, and 2015-2018 Edge vehicles. The bushing that attaches the shifter cable to the transmission may degrade or detach.
Risk: 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.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the under hood shift bushing and add a protective cap over the shift cable bushing, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters, informing owners of the safety risk, were mailed July 1, 2022. Remedy parts are expected to be available in 4th Quarter 2022. Owner notification letters were mailed October 27, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S43.
- NHTSA 21V376000May 24, 2021Transmission & Powertrain192,080 vehicles
Power train:shift linkage/cable/rod
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2013-2021 Transit Connect vehicles equipped with 2.5L engines. The bushing that attaches the shifter cable to the transmission may degrade or detach.
Risk: A damaged or missing bushing may prevent the vehicle from shifting into the intended gear, causing 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.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the underhood shifter cable bushing, and add a protective cap, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 29, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21S24.
- NHTSA 17V209000Mar 27, 2017Engine208,584 vehicles
Engine and engine cooling:engine
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2014 Escape, 2014-2015 Fiesta ST, 2013-2014 Fusion and 2013-2015 Transit Connect vehicles equipped with 1.6L GTDI engines. If the vehicle is started and driven with an insufficient level of coolant within the engine cooling system, the engine cylinder head may overheat, crack and leak oil.
Risk: If the cylinder head cracks and leaks oil, the oil may contact a hot engine or exhaust component, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will install a coolant level sensor and the supporting hardware and software, free of charge. Interim notices informing owners of the safety risk were mailed April 21, 2017. The recall began on January 5, 2018. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 17S09.
2013 Ford Transit Connect fuel economy and fuel cost
- City
- 21.5 MPG
- Highway
- 26.5 MPG
- Combined
- 23 MPG
- Annual fuel cost (EPA)
- $2,800
- 15,000 mi/yr
- Fuel
- Regular
- Current regular gas
- $4.32/gal
- national avg.
EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.
2013 compared with other Transit Connect years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2013 Ford Transit Connect a reliable year?
- Judged by NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, the 2013 Ford Transit Connect ranks #8 of 14 among Transit Connect model years (Complaint Index 46/100, verdict: Good). It has 32 complaints and 4 recalls on file. This reflects reported safety-related problems, not an overall reliability rating.
- What are the most common problems with the 2013 Ford Transit Connect?
- The most reported problem areas are engine (7 complaints), transmission & powertrain (7 complaints), and brakes (6 complaints). The median mileage at the time of failure in complaints that report it is 35,700 miles.
- Does the 2013 Ford Transit Connect have any recalls?
- Yes — NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for the 2013 Ford Transit Connect, most recently reported 2022, covering transmission & powertrain, engine, and other.
- What is the fuel economy of the 2013 Ford Transit Connect?
- EPA rates the 2013 Ford Transit Connect at 23 MPG combined (21.5 city / 26.5 highway), with an estimated annual fuel cost of $2,800. Where several configurations exist, the median is shown.