Ford Transit Connect Recalls (2021-2022)
Every recall for model year 2021 and newer · Safety warnings · California lemon law
The 2021-2022 Ford Transit Connect has 4 recall campaigns for model year 2021 and newer, 0 with a do-not-drive warning, 0 with a park-outside fire warning, and 0 where NHTSA’s filing shows an interim notice or no final fix. Most involve transmission (2), rearview camera (1), seat belts (1). Check your VIN at NHTSA’s recall lookup, and if your Transit Connect keeps going back to the dealer for the same problem, it may qualify under California’s lemon law.
What recalls does the Ford Transit Connect have?
- 2021-2023 Ford Transit Backup Camera Software Recall (25V442) Repeat recall
June 27, 2025 · 200,237 vehicles · Rearview CameraA software error may cause the rearview camera to display a blank image, or the image may remain on the display after the backing event has ended.
Risk: A rearview camera that displays a blank image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle. A rearview image that continues to be displayed after the vehicle is shifted out of reverse may distract the driver. Both of these situations can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will update the rearview camera software, free of charge.
- 2021 Ford Transit Connect Shift Linkage Recall (22V413) Repeat recall
June 10, 2022 · 2,925,968 vehicles · TransmissionThe 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.
Fix: Dealers will replace the under hood shift bushing and add a protective cap over the shift cable bushing, free of charge.
- 2021-2022 Ford Transit Seat Belt Retractor Recall (21V592)
July 30, 2021 · 42,493 vehicles · Seat BeltsThe front passenger seat belt automatic locking retractor (ALR) may deactivate early, which can prevent the child restraint system from securing properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Risk: An unsecured child restraint system can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect the front passenger seat belt assembly, and replace the assembly as necessary, free of charge.
- 2021 Ford Transit Connect Shift Linkage Recall (21V376)
May 24, 2021 · 192,080 vehicles · Transmission5L 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.
Fix: Dealers will replace the underhood shifter cable bushing, and add a protective cap, free of charge.
Which Transit Connect parts are recalled most?
| Recall area | Campaigns | Vehicles covered |
|---|---|---|
| Transmission | 2 | 3,118,048 |
| Rearview Camera | 1 | 200,237 |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 42,493 |
Which Transit Connect model years have the most recalls?
| Model year | Recalls | Campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 4 | 25V442000 (rearview camera), 22V413000 (transmission), 21V592000 (seat belts), 21V376000 (transmission) |
| 2022 | 1 | 25V442000 (rearview camera) |
How do I check my Transit Connect for open recalls?
Enter your 17-character VIN at NHTSA’s recall lookup. The lookup lists every open safety recall on that specific vehicle, so you will see which of the 4 Ford Transit Connect campaigns above apply to you. You can also ask any authorized Ford dealer to run the VIN. The VIN is on your registration card, your insurance card, and a plate at the lower driver-side corner of the windshield. Brand-new recalls can take a few days to show up, so check again if you received a letter.
What are Transit Connect owners reporting?
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA since 2020, by model year. Complaints are unverified owner reports, but the components that come up most often show where owners are having trouble.
| Model year | Complaints | Most reported components |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 8 | Power Train (4), Service Brakes (3), Unknown Or Other (2) |
| 2022 | 6 | Unknown Or Other (2), Engine (2), Electrical System (2) |
Excerpts from owner complaints (unverified):
The transmission hasn't been working correctly for the last 2 years. It was constantly shifting incorrectly, lagging, stuttering, and making driving difficult. It finally just stopped in the middle of traffic and would not move.
2021 FORD Transit Connect owner, Power Train, NHTSA complaint 11739453
Two tires lock up gradually and then completely preventing the vehicle from being driven and causing damage to the other tires. The inability to drive the vehicle on the open road is very dangerous. There are no warning lamps. The vehicle may seem sluggish to accelerate.
2021 FORD Transit Connect owner, Service Brakes, NHTSA complaint 11713644
My 2022 transit van caught on fire. I was driving with my son. There were no warning lights nothing. It burt to the ground.
2022 FORD Transit Connect owner, Unknown Or Other, NHTSA complaint 11699190
Can a recall make your Transit Connect a lemon in California?
Owners of a Ford Transit Connect often ask whether these recalls mean their vehicle qualifies under California's lemon law. Not by themselves. The question is whether a covered defect keeps coming back, or keeps the vehicle at the dealer, after a reasonable number of repair attempts (Civ. Code 1793.2(d)).
2 of the 4 recalls listed here follow an earlier campaign on the same component, which can mean a first fix did not work. 2 involve the engine, transmission or high-voltage battery, the kinds of repairs that often take several visits or weeks of downtime.
Within the first 18 months or 18,000 miles, California presumes the manufacturer had enough chances if the same defect was repaired two or more times when it is likely to cause death or serious injury, four or more times for any covered defect, or the vehicle was out of service more than 30 days in total (Civ. Code 1793.22(b)). Written notice to the manufacturer is required in some cases, and owners outside that window can still have a claim. An owner who prevails can recover reasonable attorney fees and costs from the manufacturer (Civ. Code 1794(d)). You pay nothing, win or lose. We are paid only if you win, and the manufacturer pays our fees, including in settlements. If a case is lost, our firm covers the costs.
What to keep: every repair order, the recall owner letters, your purchase or lease contract, and a log of dates, mileage and symptoms. Make sure every visit is written up, even when the dealer says it found nothing.
More Ford Transit Connect lemon law pages
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Other Ford models with recalls
- Bronco: 50 recalls
- Bronco Sport: 32 recalls
- E-150: 1 recall
- E-250: 1 recall
- E-Transit: 3 recalls
- Ecosport: 3 recalls
- Edge: 9 recalls
- Escape: 34 recalls
- Escape Hybrid: 1 recall
- Escape PHEV: 2 recalls
- Expedition: 25 recalls
- Explorer: 59 recalls
- Explorer Hybrid: 3 recalls
- Explorer Intercept Hybrid: 1 recall
- Explorer PHEV: 1 recall
- Explorer Police Intercept: 1 recall
- F-150: 59 recalls
- F-150 Hybrid: 2 recalls
- F-150 Lightning Bev: 15 recalls
- F-250 SD: 39 recalls
- F-350 SD: 40 recalls
- F-450 SD: 31 recalls
- Maverick: 45 recalls
- Maverick Hybrid: 1 recall
- Mustang: 28 recalls
- Mustang Gtd: 1 recall
- Mustang Mach E: 22 recalls
- Ranger: 32 recalls
- Transit: 29 recalls
- Transit Connect: 4 recalls
Frequently asked questions about Ford Transit Connect recalls
How many recalls does the Ford Transit Connect have?
NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for 2021 and newer Ford Transit Connect vehicles as of October 1, 2026. The newest is 25V442000, filed June 27, 2025.
How do I check my Ford Transit Connect for open recalls?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or ask any authorized dealer to run it. Not every vehicle of a model year is included in each recall.
Are recall repairs free?
Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. Ask the dealer to confirm before work begins.
Can I get a buyback for my Ford Transit Connect?
Possibly, if a covered defect was not fixed in a reasonable number of attempts or the vehicle spent a long time out of service. A recall alone is not enough, but repeat repairs or a failed recall fix can support a claim.
Sources
- NHTSA recalls
- NHTSA recall and complaint data, accessed October 1, 2026
- California Civil Code 1793.22
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