2010 Ford Transit Connect Problems
Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2010 Ford Transit Connect.
Worst 2010 Ford Transit Connect Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Transmission / Drivetrain
Electrical Faults
Engine Problems
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2010 Ford Transit Connect.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 8 | 1 | — | 67,280 mi | |
| Electrical Faults | 7 | — | — | 82,886 mi | |
| Engine Problems | 5 | 1 | 1 | 44,038 mi | |
| Wipers & Visibility | 5 | — | — | — | |
| Brakes | 4 | 3 | — | — | |
| Electronic Stability Control | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Latches / Locks | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Hydraulic Brakes | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 3 | 2 | — | — | |
| Body Structure | 3 | — | 1 | — | |
| Service Brakes, Air | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Engine & Cooling | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Latches/Locks/Linkages:Doors:Latch | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Structural Problems | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Traction Control System | 1 | — | — | — |
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Recalls for 2010 Ford Transit Connect
2 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~33,762 vehicles.
MAIN MOBILITY IS RECALLING CERTAIN CONVERSION VANS BUILT ON MODEL YEAR 2008-2010 CHEVROLET EXPRESS, 2009 GMC SAVANA, AND 2010 FORD TRANSIT CONNECT CHASSIS, AND FITTED WITH CERTAIN BRAUN WHEELCHAIR LIFTS. OVER TIME AND WITH FREQUENT USE, THE ROLL STOP LATCHES ON THE WHEELCHAIR LIFTÂS OUTER BARRIER MAY BECOME BENT OR MISALIGNED.
FORD IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010 TRANSIT CONNECT VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM DECEMBER 5, 2008 THROUGH MAY 31, 2010 FOR FAILING TO MEET THE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 201, "OCCUPANT PROTECTION IN INTERIOR IMPACT." DURING VEHICLE TESTING THE VEHICLE EXCEEDED HEAD INJURY CRITERIA REQUIREMENTS SET BY THE STANDARD. THE HEADLINER RETENTION PUSHPIN LOCATED ON THE HEADLINER ABOVE THE B-PILLAR TRIM ON BOTH THE LEFT AND RIGHT SIDE OF THE VEHICLES NEEDS TO BE REPLACED.
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2010 Ford Transit Connect — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 2010 Ford Transit Connect reliable?
What are common problems with the 2010 Ford Transit Connect?
At what mileage do problems start on the 2010 Ford Transit Connect?
How safe is the 2010 Ford Transit Connect?
Does the 2010 Ford Transit Connect have any recalls?
Should I buy a 2010 Ford Transit Connect?
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.
Wider context: See the full Ford Transit Connect reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.
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