2014 Ford Transit Connect Problems, Recalls & Reliability
Verdict
AvoidComplaint Index
100/100
#1 most-complained of 14 Transit Connect years
The 2014 Ford Transit Connect has 127 NHTSA complaints, 15 recalls, and a complaint index of 100, the highest (worst) among the model's 14 years covered. NHTSA ranks it Avoid relative to other Transit Connect years, driven mainly by Structure & Body complaints (44 complaints, 35% share).
- Complaints
- 127
- Recalls
- 15
- Crashes / fires
- 3 / 1
- Injuries / deaths
- 2 / 0
- NHTSA overall rating
- 5 / 5 ★
- EPA combined MPG
- 24
- 21 city / 28 hwy
Top 2014 Ford Transit Connect problems
NHTSA owner complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Structure & Body44 (35%)
- Other23 (18%)
- Electrical System22 (17%)
- Fuel System13 (10%)
- Engine12 (9%)
- Transmission & Powertrain12 (9%)
- Visibility & Wipers8 (6%)
- Steering7 (6%)
- Collision Avoidance & Cameras4 (3%)
- Suspension, Wheels & Tires3 (2%)
What owners report
- Rearview camera image goes black with a "Rearview Camera Unavailable" message while reversing, sometimes recurring.
- Sliding door mechanism catches on a small plastic spring/plunger near the B-post, preventing the door from closing.
- Fuel system flap fails to seat tightly, causing gasoline odor and evap system leak codes, especially in warm weather.
- Transaxle leaks noted shortly after purchase, with owners reporting slow scheduling for repair.
- Dashboard interior lighting stays on constantly, making it easy to forget to turn on driving lights at night.
- Rear heater blows cold air instead of heating the third-row area, described by dealers as a design flaw.
2014 Ford Transit Connect recalls
15 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.
- NHTSA 23V502000Jul 21, 2023Structure & Body112,225 vehicles
Latches/locks/linkages:doors:latch
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2014-2016 Transit Connect vehicles. The front door latch pawl may crack and prevent the door from latching.
Risk: An unlatched door can open while driving, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the front door latches as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 2, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23S36.
- 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 21V977000Dec 16, 2021Visibility & Wipers311 vehicles
Visibility:fixed panaramic roof/sky light assembly
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2014 Transit Connect vehicles equipped with a Panoramic Fixed-Glass Vista roof. An improper bond may exist between the panoramic roof and the vehicle body, which may result in the panel separating from the vehicle.
Risk: Panoramic roof panel separation while driving can increase the risk of an injury or crash.
Remedy: Dealers will remove, clean, and reinstall the panoramic roof panel, free of charge. This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recall number 16V-695. Owner notification letters were mailed January 21, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16S35.
2014 Ford Transit Connect fuel economy and fuel cost
- City
- 21 MPG
- Highway
- 28 MPG
- Combined
- 24 MPG
- Annual fuel cost (EPA)
- $2,700
- 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.
2014 compared with other Transit Connect years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2014 Ford Transit Connect reliable?
- Compared to other Transit Connect model years, the 2014 ranks worst, with a complaint index of 100 and 127 NHTSA complaints, making it an Avoid year relative to the other 14 years of data.
- What problems does the 2014 Ford Transit Connect have?
- NHTSA data shows Structure & Body issues lead with 44 complaints (35% share), followed by Electrical System (22 complaints, 17%) and Fuel System (13 complaints, 10%). The median mileage at failure for Structure & Body complaints is 73,825 miles.
- How many recalls does the 2014 Ford Transit Connect have?
- NHTSA lists 15 recalls for the 2014 Transit Connect, covering areas including Structure & Body, Transmission & Powertrain, Visibility & Wipers, and Engine. None are do-not-drive recalls.
- Does the 2014 Transit Connect have a panoramic roof recall?
- Yes. NHTSA recalls 21V977000, 20V260000, and 16V695000 address an improper bond between the panoramic Vista roof and the vehicle body on 2014 Transit Connect vans.
- Which Transit Connect years are better than 2014?
- According to NHTSA complaint index data, 2011, 2021, and 2022 rank as Best years (complaint index 23, 0, and 8), while 2017 and 2018 rank Good, all lower than the 2014's index of 100.