Power Train Problems of Ford Transit Connect

Ford Transit Connect owners have reported 98 power train related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 14 most common power train problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's power train (80 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's transmission failure (3 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.


Recently reported Power Train problems of Ford Transit Connect

The Power Train problem

Transmission failure after all known transmission recalls were repaired.   Read details...

The Transmission Failure problem

Possible bcm issue. The battery drains with the bcm fuse installed. The fuse pulled stops the battery drain issue. The batter was replaced and same issue occurs. Battery drain occurs overnight. Second issue.   Read details...

The Automatic Transmission problem

The contact owns a 2016 Ford Transit Connect. The contact stated while driving at 65 mph, the bushing shifter cable failed to respond, which led the vehicle go to 1 gear without warning. The contact kept driving and when coming to a stop light, the bushing shifter failed to respond for the second   Read details...

The Automatic Transmission Torque Converter problem

Torque converter failed. Confirmed by dealer service department. No warning indicators. Dealer repaired under warranty but it took 3 months from the first phone call. Looking online at user boards this should be a recall issue.   Read details...

The Transmission Not Go Into Gear problem

Vehicle was placed in park but thought it was in another gear neutral and therefore the vehicle rolls and the only way to keep still is to place emergency brake on   Read details...




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