2016 Ford Transit Connect electrical system problems
14 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the electrical system on the 2016 Ford Transit Connect — 13% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“The contact owns a 2016 Ford Transit Connect. The contact stated that while initially starting the vehicle and while driving at various speeds, the main computer screen displayed the “Hill Stop Assist Not Available" and "Parking Assist Not Available" messages. The check engine and ABS warning…”
filed Dec 18, 2023
“The contact owns a 2016 Ford Transit Connect. The contact stated that cracks had formed in both taillights which lead to water accumulation inside the taillight housing. The vehicle was taken to a dealer and the contact was informed that moisture had leaked into the taillight wiring harness and…”
filed Dec 8, 2023
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related service bulletins
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SSM 54601 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Feb 24, 2026This article supersedes TSB 24-2165 to update the TSB Service Procedure. Some vehicles listed in the Model statement above may exhibit various SYNC performance related concerns including but not limited to: Display…
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SSM 54366 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Nov 12, 2025
Electrical System problems in other Transit Connect years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 Transit Connect | 1 | 3% |
| 2019 Transit Connect | 5 | 10% |
| 2018 Transit Connect | 2 | 9% |
| 2017 Transit Connect | 5 | 18% |
| 2015 Transit Connect | 4 | 6% |
| 2014 Transit Connect | 18 | 14% |
| 2013 Transit Connect | 3 | 9% |
| 2012 Transit Connect | 4 | 15% |
| 2011 Transit Connect | 4 | 17% |
| 2010 Transit Connect | 7 | 17% |
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.