Ford Transit Connect Engine Problems

Engine complaints by model year

Which parts fail

• Exhaust system › Emission control › Catalytic convertor
  1
• Exhaust system
  1
• Engine › Oil/lubrication
  1

Components named in complaints (engine, cooling system, oil leaks, timing chain, exhaust).

Mileage when the problem started

• Under 25k
  1329%
• 25k–50k
  1022%
• 50k–75k
  818%
• 75k–100k
  613%
• 100k–150k
  49%
• 150k+
  49%

What owners report

The contact owns a 2016 Ford Transit Connect. The contact stated that while driving 65 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power. The accelerator pedal was depressed but the vehicle was slow to move. The engine HOT message was displayed. There was an unknown running sound detected. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, and an unknown repair was performed. The vehicle was towed to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed that water had leaked into the engine from the front windshield. The vehicle was repaired. Additionally, the contact stated that the window was replaced but was installed incorrectly. The weather strip was detached. The manufacturer was contacted, and informed the contact that there was no warranty coverage on the vehicle. The failure mileage was approximately 73,000.

The contact owns a 2016 Ford Transit Connect. The contact stated that the ABS warning light was illuminated. The contact stated while driving at undisclosed speeds, the vehicle stalled. There was smoke coming from the rear of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who determined that the brakes and calipers needed to be replaced. While the mechanic was test driving the vehicle, the vehicle stalled. The contact called the local dealer, but the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact called another local dealer, Wayne Ford (444 US-46, Wayne, NJ 07470); but the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted, and referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline. The failure mileage was approximately 33,000.

The contact owns a 2015 Ford Transit Connect. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine warning light illuminated, and the contact became aware that the engine was overheating. The contact was not able to pull the vehicle to the side of the road and was forced to keep driving. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic; however, had not yet been diagnosed. The contact related the failure with an unknown NHTSA recall; however, the vehicle was not included. The local dealer was contacted and confirmed that the vehicle was not under recall. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 190,000.

Tl* the contact owns a 2015 Ford Transit Connect. While driving 65 MPH, the passenger in the contact's vehicle felt lightheaded and nauseous. The contact was able to pull the vehicle safely off of the roadway. The passenger exited the vehicle and passed out. The contact exited the vehicle to check on the passenger and also passed out. The contact stated that through a text message sent prior to passing out, the contact's children were able to send emergency services to the location where the vehicle was stopped. The contact and passenger were transported by ambulance to seek medical attention due to carbon monoxide poisoning. The contact stated that oxygen was administered to both occupants and they started to feel better. The vehicle was previously taken to al packer Ford west palm beach (1530 n. …

The contact owns a 2014 Ford Transit Connect. The contact stated while driving 45-55 MPH, the engine overheated. The message "Pullover - Engine Temperature High" was displayed. The contact pulled over and noticed that the coolant level was low. The contact added coolant to the reservoir. The contact stated that the failure was related to NHTSA Campaign Number: 17V209000 (Engine and Engine Cooling). The contact called the local dealer, but the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted, but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was approximately 106,000.

Air bubble in coolant system caused by faulty placement of heater core allows air bubble to form there. This cause no heat or defrost in cab of vehicle. Also causes overheating which leads to cracked block, coolant leak into combustion chamber, destroying catalytic converter and emissions to soar and fuel milage to drop. Engine stumbles and stalls and goes into fail safe mode which could cause an accident because vehicle won't accelerate or shift.

3/19 the temperature gage went hot quickly. Checked coolant, although full in 2/19 now empty. Garage could not find the problem and contacted davidson's Ford who advised to install a new radiator and thermostat. In 7/19 Transit began to stall after short drive, then engine got so hot it stalled in traffic at a busy intersection and would not start. I kept trying to start it many times. Had to be towed to davidson's Ford who did a diagnostic tests and found the coolant boils out of reservoir even when sitting before fans can come on. I believe this could have caused a fire as the engine May crack and leak oil if it overheats. I have already spent $700 on radiator and thermostat and now it looks like they will install a water pump and/or head gasket. …

Tl* the contact owns a 2013 Ford Transit Connect. While attempting to start the vehicle, there was a whining noise coming from the passenger side of the vehicle. The contact turned the heater on and it blew cool air. The contact turned off the engine, checked under the hood, and noticed that the engine oil and antifreeze were mixing together. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The contact would not start the vehicle because he was concerned for his safety. The contact had a mechanic diagnose the vehicle and was informed that the engine oil was mixing with the antifreeze and needed to be repaired. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer informed the contact to call NHTSA. The approximate failure mileage was 86,000.

Related recalls (1)