2015 Ford Transit Connect structure problems
13 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the structure on the 2015 Ford Transit Connect — 20% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“The contact owns a 2015 Ford Transit Connect. The contact stated while her husband was closing the door, he heard an abnormal sound. The driver removed the panel and located a separation. The side panels had separated, and he became aware that water was entering the vehicle. There were no warning…”
filed Jul 23, 2024
“Sliding side door on passenger side of van breaks free from the detente designed to hold it in the open position causing it to violently and suddenly close if the van is parked on a grade. The safety of others is put at risk if passengers, particularly young children, are attempting to enter or…”
filed Feb 27, 2024
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related service bulletins
For 2000-2024 Ford and Lincoln vehicles, swapping a module from a vehicle for diagnosis purposes is likely to cause errors and is not recommended. It is also not recommended to order a replacement module using a vehicle…
SSM 51536 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Apr 4, 2023
Structure problems in other Transit Connect years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 Transit Connect | 1 | 5% |
| 2016 Transit Connect | 14 | 13% |
| 2014 Transit Connect | 28 | 22% |
| 2013 Transit Connect | 4 | 13% |
| 2012 Transit Connect | 2 | 8% |
| 2011 Transit Connect | 1 | 4% |
| 2010 Transit Connect | 4 | 10% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2015 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.