Most common 2011 Ford Transit Connect problems
Share of the 24 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Ford Transit Connect complaints by model year
Best Transit Connect years: 2022, 2021, 2012. Years to avoid: 2014, 2016, 2019, 2015. Compare all years →
2011 Ford Transit Connect recalls (1)
Visibility › Windshield wiper/washer
Ford Motor Company is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Transit Connect vehicles. The wiper arms may not be adequately riveted resulting in incomplete or inconsistent clearing of the windshield and possible detachment of the wiper arm.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver and passenger side wiper arm and blade assemblies, free of charge. The safety recall began on August 15, 2012. Owners may contact Ford at 1-866-436-7332.
What 2011 Ford Transit Connect owners say
Windows, wipers & sunroof
Passenger side wiper arm came off during a recent rain storm. I have contacted my local Ford dealer and Ford Customer Service in regards to 12s36 (NHTSA #12v-374). Ford explained it effects certain model years, produced during a certain time, at a certain manufacture facility. My vehicle meets all of the parameters, yet they will not honor the recall because the vin number is not listed. Please help. It is a minor repair, yet it is obviously a manufacturer issue.
We had a windshield wiper fly off while driving in a storm. When we brought it to repair shop the other wiper fell off. We did research online and showed some vehicles for that issue were recalled but ours was not. Obviously this is a defect and Ford will not pay.
Engine & cooling
Purchased this vehicle about a week ago and did a basic tuneup, oil change and spark plugs. I ordered a after market filter from k&n and had to wait a week before it arrived. Air filter was not replaced yet but hoping it would help with accelerating. The A/C worked well as long as the vehicle was driving but stopped blowing cold air during idle. A few days later my Transit got real hot at a stop light so I pulled over and checked for any leaks or coolant lose in the reservoir... All was well and I saw the electric fans spinning. Car got hot again and checked online for a solution and saw many complaints about the high speed fuse being blown. Checked and that was the issue, replaced the fuse and high speed worked again. Checked for recalls because this was a common complaint and saw that there was recalls on some but not all vins qualify???? …
Driving on the free way at 80 MPH and car stalls. Check engine light and wrench light came on. Pulled to the side restarted car everything was normal again. A few days later started doing again and more often. I am afraid to ride my car it is a safety issue. I put a scanner on the car and "throttle stuck closed code came on". I will take it in to the dealer tomorrow. I believe it is a issue from the manufacturere.
Transmission & drivetrain
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 Ford Transit Connect. While merging into traffic at 20 MPH, the contact heard an abnormal loud noise coming from the vehicle. The contact stated that the failure became worse over time. An independent mechanic was unable to duplicate the failure. Shortly after, the throttle body and check engine indicators illuminated on the instrument panel. The contact took the vehicle to another independent mechanic to have the vehicle diagnosed and was informed that the transmission had become inoperable and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 52,000.
When half or 3/4 loaded going up a hill on hwy van down shifts a jerks in to gear . Feels like you got kicked off a horse . Most noticable between 40mph and 50 MPH.. This has damaged 3 sets of motor mounts in 117,000 miles started st 15000 miles and getting worse at dealer again
2011 Ford Transit Connect engines & fuel economy
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG city / hwy / combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0L 4-cyl | 4-speed automatic | FWD | 21 / 25 / 22 |
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Frequently asked questions
Is the 2011 Ford Transit Connect a good car?
Based on 24 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2011 Transit Connect rates average: 34% fewer complaints than a typical year of the Transit Connect at the same age. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.
What is the most common problem with the 2011 Ford Transit Connect?
The windows, wipers & sunroof — 6 complaints, 25% of all complaints for this model year. Next are the engine & cooling (4) and transmission & drivetrain (4).
How many recalls does the 2011 Ford Transit Connect have?
There is 1 recall for the 2011 Ford Transit Connect, the most recent from August 2, 2012 (windshield wiper/washer). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer — check whether yours has been done with the VIN recall check.
What are the best and worst years of the Ford Transit Connect?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2022, 2021 and 2012. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 2014, 2016, 2019 and 2015. See the full Ford Transit Connect years comparison.
At what mileage do 2011 Ford Transit Connect problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 49,000 miles; 55% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.