2018 Ford Transit Connect vs 2019 Ford Transit Connect
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2018 Ford Transit Connect | 2019 Ford Transit Connect |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 22 | 51 |
| Recall campaigns | 6 | 8 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 63 | 109 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 0 | 2 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 22–23 | 22–25 |
| Median reported mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford Transit Connect | Ford Transit Connect |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 3 | 24 |
| Service Brakes | 5 | 17 |
| Electrical System | 2 | 5 |
| Steering | 5 | 0 |
| Visibility/wiper | 1 | 3 |
| Back Over Prevention | 0 | 4 |
| Visibility | 2 | 1 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 2 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 5 |
2018 Ford Transit Connect
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.