2012 Ford Transit Connect Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Transit Connect years
- About as many complaints as other years 9th of 14 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- 2 out of 5 stars
Owners have filed 26 complaints with NHTSA about the 2012 Ford Transit Connect. That ranks 9th out of 14 Transit Connect model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is engine (6 complaints, 23%), typically at around 37,272 miles. Complaints mention 1 crash, 1 fire, 1 injury. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.
_Plug-in_Hybrid_-_Frozen_White_-_03-2025,_Front.jpg){kind=link}
- 26owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 1complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2012 Ford Transit Connect problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 6 | 23% | 37,272 | — | — |
| Visibility | 5 | 19% | 36,500 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 4 | 15% | 34,897 | — | — |
| Visibility/wiper | 4 | 15% | 60,000 | — | — |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 2 | 8% | 56,780 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 2 | 8% | 60,094 | — | — |
| Seat Belts | 2 | 8% | 25,000 | — | — |
| Seats | 2 | 8% | 3,100 | — | — |
| Structure | 2 | 8% | 58,493 | — | — |
| Tires | 2 | 8% | — | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 4% | — | — | — |
| Traction Control System | 1 | 4% | 21,560 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 4% | 113,214 | — | — |
| Wheels | 1 | 4% | 3,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2012 Ford Transit Connect recalls (1)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Visibility:windshield wiper/washer
Problem: Ford Motor Company is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Transit Connect vehicles. The wiper arms may not be adequately riveted resulting in incomplete or inconsistent clearing of the windshield and possible detachment of the wiper arm.
Risk: If the wiper arm detaches, the windshield wiper will fail and the driver's visibility may be reduced, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver and passenger side wiper arm and blade assemblies, free of charge. The safety recall began on August 15, 2012. Owners may contact Ford at 1-866-436-7332.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
The contact owns a 2012 Ford Transit Connect. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the contact became aware that the front driverâs and front passengerâs seat belts were damp following a rainstorm. Upon inspection, the contact observed that the door seals on both front doors…
1. The heat shielding around the exhaust system failed to protect the fuel tank from exhaust heat. Heat from the exhaust system melted holes in the fuel tank, causing fuel to leak from the tank. The parts are at the Ford dealer with the vehicle. 2. The fuel tank developed leaks when it melted…
The seat belt buckle/latch in the backseat is a dangerous defective design that can cause injury. It is available for inspection, see photos provided. Merely taking a seat can result in a bruised or broken coccyx. The car was parked when the incident occurred. No, the problem has not been…
The contact's boyfriend owns a 2012 Ford Transit Connect. The contact stated that while her boyfriend was driving 25 MPH, the windshield wiper arms failed to operate. Upon investigation, the contact discovered NHTSA Campaign Number: 12V374000 (Visibility) which she linked to the failure. The dealer…
I noticed the 2 rear P205/65R15 (with approximately 4,500 mi) had a small dip in the sidewall. Typically evident of belt breaks or some other defect. About four weeks later, the front 2 p205/65R15 (with approximately 2,500 mi) also display this same dip in the sidewall. Iâve not had a problem…
Other Ford Transit Connect years
← 2011 Transit Connect · 2013 Transit Connect →
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 Transit Connect | 1 | 0 |
| 2022 Transit Connect | 6 | 1 |
| 2021 Transit Connect | 9 | 4 |
| 2020 Transit Connect | 32 | 8 |
| 2019 Transit Connect | 51 | 8 |
| 2018 Transit Connect | 22 | 6 |
| 2017 Transit Connect | 28 | 6 |
| 2016 Transit Connect | 104 | 10 |
| 2015 Transit Connect | 66 | 11 |
| 2014 Transit Connect | 127 | 15 |
| 2013 Transit Connect | 32 | 4 |
| 2012 | 26 | 1 |
| 2011 Transit Connect | 24 | 1 |
| 2010 Transit Connect | 42 | 2 |
See all Ford Transit Connect problems by year, every Ford model, or the Ford VIN decoder.
Similar Ford models
Embed this 2012 Ford Transit Connect badge on your site
Copy this code into your blog or forum post. It shows live complaint and recall counts and links back here.
Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2012 Ford Transit Connect?
Owners most often report engine, visibility, electrical system problems. The top one, engine, accounts for 6 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2012 Ford Transit Connect?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2012 Ford Transit Connect a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Transit Connect model years, the 2012 has about as many complaints as a typical year, and NHTSA rates it 2 out of 5 stars overall in crash tests. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.