2020 Ford Transit connect problems
The Ford Transit Connect is a compact panel van sold by Ford since 2002. Developed by Ford of Europe, the model line replaced sedan-based vans (Ford Escort and Ford Courier vans) with a dedicated commercial vehicle platform. The model line is the second-smallest vehicle of the Ford Transit range, slotted between the Ford Transit Courier LAV and the Ford Transit Custom LCV/MPV. In line with other Ford Transit variants, passenger-oriented models (in Europe) are marketed as the Ford Tourneo Connect with side windows and rear seats.
The first and second-generation Transit Connect has been imported to North America from the 2010 model year. To circumvent the 25% "chicken tax" on imported light trucks, all examples have been imported as passenger vans, with cargo vans converted to the intended configuration after their importation. In the region, the Transit Connect does not have a direct predecessor; the closest vehicle to its size was the standard-length Ford Aerostar cargo van, which ceased production in 1997.
The first-generation Transit Connect was assembled by Ford Otosan (Kocaeli, Turkey) along with Ford Romania (Craiova, Romania). For the second generation, Ford of Europe shifted production to its Ford Valencia Body and Assembly facility (Almussafes, Valencia, Spain). For 2022, a third generation of the Tourneo Connect was released; based on the Volkswagen Caddy, the model line is assembled by Volkswagen in Poland.
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Common 2020 Ford Transit connect problems
Based on complaints from owners of the Ford Transit Connect 2020, several common problems have been reported:
- Rodent Damage to Soy-Based Wire Coating:
- Newer Ford vehicles use an eco-friendly, soy-based wire coating that has been attracting rodents, leading to chewed wires and potential electrical issues.
- MyFord Touch Complaints:
- Ford's MyFord Touch system, introduced in 2010, has faced criticism for its functionality, impacting communication and entertainment features in Ford vehicles.
- Transmission Failure:
- Complaints of transmission failure have been reported in the 2013 Ford Transit Connect, affecting the vehicle's drivability and performance.
- Doors Opening While Driving:
- A recall affecting 830,000 vehicles in North America due to faulty pawl springs causing doors to open while driving, posing a safety risk.
- Faulty Control Units:
- Issues with control units affecting electronic stability control, anti-lock braking, and other safety features, potentially leading to a loss of vehicle control.
- Improper Adhesive on Door Panels:
- Improper adhesive used on plastic door panels leading to loose panels, increasing the risk of accidents due to potential detachment.
These problems highlight various safety and performance concerns that Ford Transit Connect 2020 owners have faced. It's essential for owners to address these issues promptly to ensure the safety and reliability of their vehicles.
What is the problem with the Ford Transit Connect 2020?
6 Recalls for 2020 FORD Transit Connect
| Recall Date | Component |
|---|---|
| 12/16/2020 | AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE | AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE |
| 10/14/2020 | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM | POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM, PCM) |
| 9/9/2020 | POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION |
What is the most common problem with the Ford Transit Connect?
One of the most common problems with the Ford Transit Connect is transmission issues. The transmission is responsible for transferring power from the engine to the wheels and any problem with it can result in significant performance issues.
What is the recall on the Ford Transit Connect 2020?
2020 Ford Transit Connect Recall Transmission
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the start/stop accumulator, free of charge. The recall began September 23, 2020. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20S49.
Is the 2020 Ford Transit reliable?
Reliability 8/10 – There are no widespread issues on the 2020 Ford Transit. Models from 2015 through 2022 are all good choices with high reliability ratings.
What is the problem with the Ford Transit Connect 2020?
6 Recalls for 2020 FORD Transit Connect
| Recall Date | Component |
|---|---|
| 12/16/2020 | AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE | AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE |
| 10/14/2020 | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM | POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM, PCM) |
| 9/9/2020 | POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION |
What is the most common problem with the Ford Transit Connect?
One of the most common problems with the Ford Transit Connect is transmission issues. The transmission is responsible for transferring power from the engine to the wheels and any problem with it can result in significant performance issues.
Is the 2020 Ford Transit reliable?
Reliability 8/10 – There are no widespread issues on the 2020 Ford Transit. Models from 2015 through 2022 are all good choices with high reliability ratings.
What is the recall on the Ford Transit Connect 2020?
2020 Ford Transit Connect Recall Transmission
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the start/stop accumulator, free of charge. The recall began September 23, 2020. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20S49.
2020 Ford Transit connect car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Ford Transit connect problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Power train problems
- Forward collision avoidance problems
- Unknown or other problems
- Service brakes problems
- Engine problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 2020 Ford Transit connect vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
2020 Ford Transit connect complaints
The NHTSA has received 19 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2020 Ford Transit connect.
SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-08-28
- VIN: NM0LS7E21L1
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: At highway speeds (55-70), light brake pressure resulted in major frontend vibration and front left caliper seized. After pulling off the road, the front left wheel rim was too hot to touch. Vibration and seized caliper could result in loss of control of vehicle while braking, especially at highway speeds. Repair shop initially replaced the caliper and overhauled the brakes. Problem was not resolved, and same symptoms recurred after less than 100 miles. Mechanic determined that Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) Module had failed. No warning lights, and no inspection by anyone but my mechanic. Replacement ABS module from Ford Dealer was installed by independent mechanic and problem is resolved. Ford Dealer reported two other ABS module replacements same week as mine and internet search identified others with same problem (ABS module failure). My vehicle is four years old and has around 40,000 miles. It seems to be a premature ABS module failure causing collateral damage (e.g. caliper) with multiple reports of same problem.
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-08-19
- VIN: NM0GE9G2XL1
- Components: FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
- Summary: The contact owns a 2020 Ford Transit Connect. The contact stated that while his wife was driving at an undisclosed speed, the braking system erroneously activated causing the front driver side and the rear passenger side brakes to overheat and the vehicle to decelerate. The contact stated that after his wife exited the vehicle, she discovered smoke coming from the front driver’s side wheel well. Additionally, during the failure the Forward Collision Avoidance system warning light activated. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The local dealer was notified of the failure. The manufacturer was not yet contacted. The failure mileage was 28,000.
STEERING,SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-03-01
- VIN: NM0LS7F27L1
- Components: STEERING,SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: The contact owns a 2020 Ford Transit Connect. The contact stated that while driving at 65 MPH, the brakes locked up. After releasing the brake pedal, the vehicle began to shake abnormally. While driving, the power steering became inoperable. The Hill Assist, traction control, and steering assist became inoperable. The traction control warning light was illuminated. The contact is a former mechanic and determined that the ABS module hydraulic pump needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred. When the vehicle was taken to the independent mechanic, there were no codes displayed. The contact called the local dealer and was referred to the manufacturer and the NHTSA Hotline. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and opened a case. The failure mileage was approximately 68,000.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-04-20
- VIN: NM0LS7E2XL1
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: 2020 Ford Transit Connect with 80,000 miles. Wrench light came on dashboard and car experiences some shuddering and hesitation when going uphill.Warranty expired at 60K miles Dealer says that it is a power train issue and the transmission needs to be fully replaced. There was never any type of warning that the transmission. I did have a code for a EGR valve, which was replaced. Requested Ford Goodwill assistance to pay for this expensive repair but was denied and need to replace at full cost. Vehicle has been serviced every 5,000 miles at dealership. Supposedly transmission doesn't ever need servicing. There is no dipstick to check and when I asked when it needed fluid changed, I was told it didn't. Obviously that isn't true.
POWER TRAIN,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-02-02
- VIN: NM0LS7F29L1
- Components: POWER TRAIN,ENGINE
- Summary: Powertrain fault Transmission torque converter clutch is not operating as expected. Transmission not shifting properly. Fixed many times and still same issue, now it needs new transmission.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-05-09
- VIN: NM0LS6E20L1
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: Bad Torque Converter - There seems to be a systemic problem with this part on Ford Transits. Ford is not standing behind their parts so we need your help please.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-02-20
- VIN: NM0LS7E20L1
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: The contact owns a 2019 Ford Transit Connect. The contact stated while driving 20 MPH, the transmission was shifting very rough. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact pulled over on the side of the road and had the vehicle towed to the dealer. The dealer stated that the transmission needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted, and the manufacturer stated that the vehicle was not included in a recall regarding the failure. The contact was advised to contact the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was 102,000.
VISIBILITY PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-12-01
- VIN: NM0LS6E28L1
- Components: VISIBILITY
- Summary: The contact owns a 2020 Ford Transit Connect. The contact stated that the windshield was leaking. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer to be repaired under NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V192000 (Visibility) but the vehicle was not repaired. The dealer was unable to locate a mechanic to compete the recall repair. The manufacturer was contacted but no additional assistance was provided. The approximate failure mileage was 31,122.
ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-08-29
- VIN: NM0GE9E25L1
- Components: ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: While traveling at highway speed the vehicle suddenly and without any warning lost propulsion and died forcing the driver to pull over. As a result of how sudden the failure was the driver was just barely able to find a safe place to pull off the road. The vehicle would not start or run leaving the driver and his passengers stranded in the hot weather. This very easily could have resulted in an accident as the vehicle was going up hill on a mountain road with many curves. After taking the vehicle to the Ford dealership it was determined that the throttle body had failed suddenly and without warning. There were never any service lights that illuminated when the problem occurred. We are reporting so that there is a record in case this becomes a common issue with other vehicles of this type.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-04-06
- VIN: NM0GS9E29L1
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: The contact owns a 2020 Ford Transit Connect. The contact stated while driving 20-30 MPH, the message "Pro-Collision Assistant is Unable" was displayed. The accelerator pedal was depressed but the vehicle jerked and hesitated to respond. The contact veered to the side of the road and turned off the vehicle. Upon restarting the vehicle, the vehicle operated as needed and the contact continued driving. However, the failure reoccurred on four different occasions. The vehicle was taken to the dealer but was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 15,000.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-06-01
- VIN: NM0LS6E25L1
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: The contact owns a 2020 Ford Transit Connect. The contact received a notification for NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V413000 (Power Train) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The dealer was made aware of the issue and an appointment was scheduled for the recall repair. The contact arrived for the appointment but was informed that the appointment was canceled. The contact was informed to bring the vehicle back once he experienced the failure stated in the recall. The manufacturer had been notified of the issue. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
POWER TRAIN,LANE DEPARTURE,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-07-31
- VIN: NM0LS7E28L1
- Components: POWER TRAIN,LANE DEPARTURE,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
- Summary: Three summers in a row now the transmission "overheats" causing warning lights and errors to pop up while driving, then going away. Sometimes disabling vehicle power altogether. When control does come back, transmission gear changes happen at the wrong rpm , stuttering the vehicle and making erratic driving behavior. Ford ignored my requests to investigate for two years, and now that it's out of warranty, tell me I need to pay them to install a brand new transmission
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-02-27
- VIN: nm0ge9e24l1
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: The contact owns a 2020 Ford Transit Connect. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the air bag warning light illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 12,000.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-02-10
- VIN: NM0GE9F20L1
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: Transmission failed with only 17,000 miles (mostly highway) on the car. The car did not move forward from a parked location. It only moved in reverse. It had to be towed to the nearest dealership and when they examined it, it did not move in reverse either. Even though it is under warranty, the dealers are taking a long time to repair the car.
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-12-10
- VIN: NM0LS6E24L1
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
- Summary: ON TWO DIFFERENT OCCASIONS THE DASH INDICATOR STATED AS FOLLOWS: "PRE-COLLISION ASSIST NOT AVAILABLE". WHEN THIS ERROR MESSAGE APPEARS, THE CAR DOES NOT ACCELERATE PROPERLY. THE TRANSMISSION SEEMS TO FLUCTUATE BETWEEN GEARS, AND THE CAR WILL NOT ACCELERATE, AND THE VEHICLE SEEMS AS IF THE PRE-COLLISION ALERT IS ENGAGING OR ATTEMPTING TO ENGAGE, BUT DOES NOT HOWEVER, STOP THE VEHICLE, RATHER, THE VEHICLE HESITATINGLY OR HALTINGLY WILL NOT ACCELERATE PROPERLY UPON PRESSING THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL. ON BOTH OCCASIONS , I IMMEDIATELY STOPPED THE VEHICLE IN A SAFE LOCATION, TURNED THE VEHICLE OFF, AND TURNED THE VEHICLE BACK ON AGAIN. IT SEEMS AS IF THE COMPUTER MODULE IS RESET UPON TURNING THE VEHICLE OFF AND THEN ON AGAIN. UPON TURNING THE VEHICLE ON AGAIN, IN BOTH INSTANCES, THE PROBLEM DISAPPEARED. HOWEVER, THE MOST RECENT INSTANCE OF THIS PROBLEM, UPON TURNING THE VEHICLE BACK ON, THE ERROR MESSAGE DISAPPEARED, AND THE ACCELERATION OF THE VEHICLE RETURNED TO NORMAL, BUT THE YELLOW ENGINE LIGHT REMAINED ON, UNTIL RESTARTING THE VEHICLE THE NEXT DAY.
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-08-01
- VIN: NM0LS7E26L1
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
- Summary: ON SATURDAY AUGUST 1, 2020, ME AND MY WIFE DROVE A CAR AFTER WORK AROUND 6:30PM. THIS FORD TRANSIT CONNECT HAS BEEN DRIVING A MONTH SINCE WE BOUGHT IT. WHEN WE TOOK ON THE ROAD WITH AROUND 30MILES SPEED 10MINUTES AFTER WE LEFT, SUDDENLY A WARNING MESSAGE CAME UP SAID THAT "PRE-COLLISION ASSIST NOT AVAILABLE". AS WE SAW THE MESSAGE WE HAD NEVER SEEN BEFORE, WE SLIGHTLY REDUCED A SPEED BELOW 25MILES AND KEPT DRIVING. WE SLOWLY PUSH AN ACCELERATOR TO SPEED UP AGAIN, HOWEVER SUDDENLY WE HEARD CLUNK SOUND, AND THE CAR SHOOK BACK AND FORTH. RPM INDICATOR MOVE ABNORMALLY. WE TRIED TO FIND A RIGHT PLACE FOR PULLING OFF A CAR, HOWEVER WE COULDN'T FIND IT IMMEDIATELY. AROUND 3 MILES DROVE, WE PULL OFF A CAR AND TURNED ENGINE OFF. AFTER A WHILE, TURN IT ON AGAIN. A WARNING MESSAGE IS STILL ON. A CAR STILL SHOOK BACK AND FORTH WHILE WE DROVE AND RETURN TO HOME.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-05-20
- Crash: 1
- Fire: 1
- VIN: NM0GE9E26L1
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: VEHICLE OPERATOR WAS TRAVELING TOO FAST WHEN MERGING, 65 MPH, THEN LOST CONTROL AND STRUCK A SAFETY BARRIER. A FEW MINUTES AFTER THE CRASH, A FIRE STARTED FROM THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE. SEE ATTACHMENT. *TR*DT
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-03-03
- VIN: NM0LS7F21L1
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: FAILURE WITH THE TRANSMISSION WITH ONLY 8000 MILES
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-10-17
- Fire: 1
- VIN: NM0GE9E21L1
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: AFTER THE DRIVER I STOPPED AT A STOP LIGHT AFTER GETTING OFF THE FREEWAY, HE THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL AND THERE WAS BARELY ANY POWER. THE VEHICLE HAD TROUBLE ACCELERATING AND WAS PUTTING. THE DRIVER PULLED OVER AND CHECKED THE TEMPERATURE GAUGE, WHICH WAS FINE, AND THERE WERE NO BLINKING LIGHTS INDICATING ANY MALFUNCTION. THE DRIVER THEN PROCEEDED BUT THE VEHICLE WAS STILL PUTTING. AFTER PASSING THE NEXT INTERSECTION, THE DRIVER SMELLED AN ODD FUME. THEY PULLED OVER AND SAW SMOKE COMING OUT FROM UNDER THE HOOD. AS THEY PARKED THE VEHICLE, THE SMOKE TURNED BLACK. THE DRIVER THEN HURRIEDLY GOT OUT OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOW ON FIRE AND THE DRIVER BELIEVES THEY SAW SOMETHING WAS LEAKING FROM THE VEHICLE. A BYSTANDER CALLED 911 AND FAIRLY QUICKLY, THE FIRE DEPARTMENT PUT OUT THE FIRE.
2020 Ford Transit connect recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 6 recalls for different components of the 2020 Ford Transit connect.
- Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
- Components: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:GEAR POSITION INDICATION (PRNDL)
- Summary: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2013-2019 Escape, 2013-2018 C-Max, 2013-2016 Fusion, 2013-2021 Transit Connect, and 2015-2018 Edge vehicles. The bushing that attaches the shifter cable to the transmission may degrade or detach.
- Consequence: A damaged or missing bushing may prevent the vehicle from shifting into the intended gear, and cause the vehicle to move in an unexpected direction. Additionally, the vehicle may roll after the driver selects the 'Park' position. Either scenario increases the risk of a crash or injury.
- Remedy: Dealers will replace the under hood shift bushing and add a protective cap over the shift cable bushing, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters, informing owners of the safety risk, were mailed July 1, 2022. Remedy parts are expected to be available in 4th Quarter 2022. Owner notification letters were mailed October 27, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S43.
- Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
- Components: VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD
- Summary: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016 and 2020 Transit Connect vehicles. The front windshield may have been manufactured with inadequate adhesion to the vehicle body structure.
- Consequence: During a crash, the windshield may detach from the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury.
- Remedy: Dealers will inspect the windshield and, if necessary, remove and reinstall the windshield, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 11, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S20.
- Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
- Components: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:GEAR POSITION INDICATION (PRNDL)
- Summary: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2013-2021 Transit Connect vehicles equipped with 2.5L engines. The bushing that attaches the shifter cable to the transmission may degrade or detach.
- Consequence: A damaged or missing bushing may prevent the vehicle from shifting into the intended gear, causing the vehicle to move in an unexpected direction. Additionally, the vehicle may roll after the driver selects the 'Park' position. Either scenario increases the risk of a crash or injury.
- Remedy: Dealers will replace the underhood shifter cable bushing, and add a protective cap, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 29, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21S24.
- Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
- Components: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
- Summary: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 EcoSport and 2019-2020 Transit Connect vehicles. Depending on the model, either the driver side or passenger side frontal air bag modules are missing the first-stage booster propellant and sleeve. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
- Consequence: Air bag modules missing the first-stage booster propellant will not deploy as intended in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
- Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected air bag module on either the driver or passenger side, free of charge. This recall began February 18, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20C26.
- Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM
- Summary: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Transit Connect vehicles equipped with 2.5L engines. The powertrain control module (PCM) software has fail-safe temperature threshold values higher than intended for the engine. This may delay the fail-safe cooling strategy in the event of coolant loss and result in engine overheating.
- Consequence: If the engine overheats, it can result in engine damage and increase the risk of a fire.
- Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will update the PCM software, free of charge. The recall began November 10, 2020. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20S60.
- Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
- Components: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
- Summary: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Edge, Transit Connect and Lincoln MKX and 2020 Escape and Lincoln Corsair vehicles. The start/stop accumulator endcap may have missing or loose bolts.
- Consequence: Missing or loose bolts on the start stop accumulator endcap could result in a transmission fluid leak and may progress to a loss of transmission function. A transmission fluid leak in the presence of an ignition source may increase the risk of fire.
- Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the start/stop accumulator, free of charge. The recall began September 23, 2020. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20S49.
Negative 2020 Ford Transit connect car reviews
Positive 2020 Ford Transit connect car reviews
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Great mileage!
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I'm glad to hear that you've had no issues with your vehicle! Thank you for choosing Ford and for sharing your positive experience with us.
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This car gets great gas mileage, with 20 miles per gallon around town and 28 miles per gallon on the highway. It also has plenty of seating and cargo space, as well as ample headroom. Despite being a 4-cylinder, it has a peppy performance.
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We've been driving the 2020 Connect XL 2.0L Cargo for 3 years now and, while it hasn't been perfect, we've found ways to make it work for us. We did have some trouble with the windshield cracking twice in less than 4 months, which was a bit frustrating. As for the seats, they weren't our favorite, but we were able to improve them by using 50mm skateboard wheels under the front seat frame rails. This lifted the rear of the seat and moved it forward, making it more comfortable. Our main goal is to turn this van into a sports van by upgrading the suspension. We plan to upgrade parts like the Bilstein B6 Struts, Bilstein B6 shocks, Super-pro Volvo end links, Hardrace 28mm sway bar and Cobra coil springs. We also added 19'' Axe wheels with 245/40 Nokian tires, which made a big difference in the handling and performance of the van. We even added a drop in K&N air filter and performance NGK sparkplugs to give it an extra boost. We also added some personal touches, like diamond-tucked carbon fiber to the door panel blanks, as well as a custom dash cover and seat covers. Overall, we're happy with the van and it gets decent fuel economy at 24 City and 27 Highway.
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The custom manual wheel chair for my wife fits perfectly in our vehicle, thanks to its low deck and roomy back. I removed the rear seats to make it even more accommodating. The 4ft ceiling height is ideal for her chair with its head gear, and the liftgate works like an awning to protect us from the rain when loading and unloading. Living in the mountainous region of NC, we have found that it easily handles the hills and curves. Our vehicle is like a little sports car in a big box, and we are confident in its ability to transport us and our equipment safely and efficiently.
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Are you having problems with your 2020 Ford Transit connect?
Broderick Hauck 2025-01-03
Ford Motor Company bought the vehicle back from us and we are thrilled that they did the right thing.
Isidro Heller 2024-08-29
I love going on bicycle rides and races, but sometimes they take me too far away to commute in just one day. That's why I always bring my bicycle tools and spare parts with me. Instead of lugging my bike up to my hotel room every night, I can leave it safely locked inside my Transit Connect. While I originally wanted a utility van, the passenger van has been a great alternative since it was the only option available in December 2020. One of the best things about it is that it's small enough to fit in my garage, and I get an impressive 28 mpg for my combined driving. Plus, I can easily fit two bicycles, spare parts, weekend luggage, and even one other person. However, it's not the most exciting vehicle to drive, and it doesn't come with a spare tire or jack. Additionally, I've had some issues with poor customer service at the dealership.
Justice Reichert 2024-08-27
Overall, this vehicle has performed below expectations. However, the fuel economy is particularly disappointing.
Christian Trantow 2024-08-06
This vehicle can be a bit challenging to drive, especially on the highway. The transmission can feel a bit sluggish at times, but with some practice, it can be managed. One thing to note is that the AC turns off when you cut the vehicle off, so you may need to switch it off and on again to get it to blow. The windshield is quite large, which can be a bit overwhelming when facing the sun, but the sun visors do help to some extent. Overall, I understand that this vehicle may not be everyone's cup of tea, but with some adjustments, it can be a decent ride.
Hassan Zboncak 2024-07-25
My company has provided me with this vehicle, but I would not recommend getting the vinyl seats. Regardless of which seats you choose, if you're 5'11