Electrical System Problems of Ford Transit Connect

Ford Transit Connect owners have reported 60 electrical system related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 9 most common electrical system problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's electrical system (50 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's ignition module (2 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.


Recently reported Electrical System problems of Ford Transit Connect

The Electrical System problem

The contact owns a 2019 Ford Transit Connect. The contact stated while the vehicle was parked, the electrical system failed to respond, and the vehicle turned off. There were no warning lights illuminated. There was no power to the vehicle.   Read details...

The Ignition Module problem

I own a 2016 Ford Transit Connect with tow package assembled in valencia, spain. There is a recall 17s34 issued by Ford on oct. 25, 2017 regarding Ford transit vehicles assembled in kansas city equipped with tow modules.   Read details...

The Wiring problem

The contact owns a 2016 Ford Transit Connect van. While driving 5 mph, the steering wheel seized and the instrument panel went blank. The vehicle was towed to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the fuse box wiring harness was defective and needed replacement. The vehicle was repaired.   Read details...

The Battery Cable problem

As I'm driving home, I start to smell an unusual odor. I get home , pull in drive, turn off transit and start unloading groceries. This is when I notice smoke coming from the dashboard. I continue to unload while I keep an eye on the smoke.   Read details...

The Horn Assembly problem

After owning this vehicle the horn quit, at 49865 miles. I checked the internet and found several other people who had this problem on a Ford vehicle similar to mine. The repair seems simple but I feel that this is a safety issue without an horn.   Read details...




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