2016 Ford Transit Connect visibility problems
14 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the visibility 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 driving at an undisclosed speed, the glass panel from the sunroof unexpectedly detached from the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was determined that the adhesive securing the sunroof glass had failed…”
filed Nov 14, 2025
“The contact owns a 2016 Ford Transit Connect. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V260000 (VISIBILITY). The contact stated that while one of the employees was driving at various speeds, the sunroof collapsed. The local dealer was contacted. The vehicle was repaired. The…”
filed Jul 14, 2025
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related recalls
- Front windshield may have been manufactured with inadequate adhesion to the vehicle body…Campaign 22V192000 · Mar 25, 2022
- An improper bond may exist between the panoramic roof and the vehicle body and may result…Campaign 20V260000 · May 8, 2020
Visibility problems in other Transit Connect years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 Transit Connect | 4 | 13% |
| 2019 Transit Connect | 1 | 2% |
| 2018 Transit Connect | 2 | 9% |
| 2017 Transit Connect | 4 | 14% |
| 2014 Transit Connect | 3 | 2% |
| 2012 Transit Connect | 5 | 19% |
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.