2016 Ford Transit Connect engine problems
12 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the engine on the 2016 Ford Transit Connect — 12% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“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…”
filed Oct 22, 2024
“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…”
filed Mar 5, 2024
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related service bulletins
For 2015-2024 Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with turbocharged engines and customer concern of an engine oil leak, refer to Workshop Manual (WSM), Section 303-00 for oil leak inspection and testing methods. Ford has…
SSM 52335 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Mar 6, 2024
Engine problems in other Transit Connect years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 Transit Connect | 2 | 6% |
| 2019 Transit Connect | 1 | 2% |
| 2018 Transit Connect | 1 | 5% |
| 2017 Transit Connect | 1 | 4% |
| 2015 Transit Connect | 6 | 9% |
| 2014 Transit Connect | 8 | 6% |
| 2013 Transit Connect | 5 | 16% |
| 2012 Transit Connect | 6 | 23% |
| 2011 Transit Connect | 4 | 17% |
| 2010 Transit Connect | 5 | 12% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2016 Ford Transit Connect
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.