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2015 Ford Transit Connect recalls

NHTSA's recall file lists 10 safety recall campaigns for the 2015 Ford Transit Connect. The most recent was reported on September 3, 2025. Campaigns are matched by the model names in NHTSA's records: TRANSIT CONNECT.

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Campaigns at a glance

Recall campaigns for the 2015 Ford Transit Connect, newest first
NHTSA number	Reported	Component
25V572000	September 3, 2025	Back Over Prevention › Sensing System › Camera
23V502000	July 21, 2023	Latches/Locks/Linkages › Doors › Latch
22V413000	June 10, 2022	Power Train › Automatic Transmission › Gear Position Indication (Prndl)
21V376000	May 24, 2021	Power Train › Automatic Transmission › Gear Position Indication (Prndl)
20V331000	June 8, 2020	Latches/Locks/Linkages › Doors › Latch
20V260000	May 8, 2020	Visibility › Sun/Moon Roof Assembly
17V209000	March 27, 2017	Engine And Engine Cooling › Engine
16V643000	September 6, 2016	Latches/Locks/Linkages › Doors › Latch
15V406000	June 24, 2015	Electrical System › Instrument Cluster/Panel
15V005000	January 9, 2015	Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Fuel Pump

Systems involved: Latches/Locks/Linkages (3) · Power Train (2) · Back Over Prevention (1) · Electrical System (1) · Engine And Engine Cooling (1) · Fuel System, Gasoline (1) · Visibility (1)

Recall records

NHTSA 25V572000Manufacturer no. 25S89

Back Over Prevention › Sensing System › Camera

Report received by NHTSA: September 3, 2025
Owner notification: January 13, 2026
Recall initiated by: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation
Units potentially affected: 1,456,417 (whole campaign)
Build dates listed for the 2015 Ford Transit Connect: August 1, 2014 – July 31, 2018
Model names in the NHTSA record: TRANSIT CONNECT

Defect summary

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2019 Lincoln MKC, Mustang, F-350 SD, F-250 SD, F-450 SD, 2015-2017 Lincoln Navigator, Expedition, 2015-2018 Edge, Transit Connect, 2016-2019 F-550 SD, Transit, 2017-2019 Econoline, and 2019 Ranger vehicles. The rearview camera may display a distorted, inverted, or blank image when the vehicle is in reverse.

Safety risk

A rearview camera that displays an inverted, distorted, or blank image can reduce the driver’s view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and replace the rearview camera as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 13, 2026. Ford owners will receive letters in phases, beginning January 2026 and June 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S89. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall number 25V270. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning September 8, 2025.

Source: NHTSA recall 25V572000, filed by Ford Motor Company. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 23V502000Manufacturer no. 23S36

Latches/Locks/Linkages › Doors › Latch

Report received by NHTSA: July 21, 2023
Owner notification: February 5, 2024
Recall initiated by: Manufacturer
Units potentially affected: 112,225 (whole campaign)
Model names in the NHTSA record: TRANSIT CONNECT

Defect summary

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2014-2016 Transit Connect vehicles. The front door latch pawl may crack and prevent the door from latching.

Safety risk

An unlatched door can open while driving, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and replace the front door latches as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 2, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23S36.

Notes in the NHTSA record

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Source: NHTSA recall 23V502000, filed by Ford Motor Company. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 22V413000Manufacturer no. 22S43

Power Train › Automatic Transmission › Gear Position Indication (Prndl)

Report received by NHTSA: June 10, 2022
Owner notification: October 27, 2022
Recall initiated by: Manufacturer
Units potentially affected: 2,925,968 (whole campaign)
Model names in the NHTSA record: TRANSIT CONNECT

Components: Power Train › Automatic Transmission › Gear Position Indication (Prndl); Power Train › Shift Linkage/Cable/Rod

Defect 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.

Safety risk

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.

Notes in the NHTSA record

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Source: NHTSA recall 22V413000, filed by Ford Motor Company. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 21V376000Manufacturer no. 21S24

Power Train › Automatic Transmission › Gear Position Indication (Prndl)

Report received by NHTSA: May 24, 2021
Owner notification: June 30, 2021
Recall initiated by: Manufacturer
Units potentially affected: 192,080 (whole campaign)
Model names in the NHTSA record: TRANSIT CONNECT

Components: Power Train › Automatic Transmission › Gear Position Indication (Prndl); Power Train › Shift Linkage/Cable/Rod

Defect 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.

Safety risk

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.

Notes in the NHTSA record

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Source: NHTSA recall 21V376000, filed by Ford Motor Company. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 20V331000Manufacturer no. 20S30

Latches/Locks/Linkages › Doors › Latch

Report received by NHTSA: June 8, 2020
Owner notification: July 27, 2020
Recall initiated by: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation
Units potentially affected: 2,147,323 (whole campaign)
Model names in the NHTSA record: TRANSIT CONNECT

Defect summary

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2011-2014 Fiesta, 2013-2014 Fusion, 2015 Mustang, 2013-2015 Escape and C-Max, 2012-2015 Focus, 2014-2016 Transit Connect, 2013-2014 Lincoln MKZ, and 2015 MKC vehicles. These vehicles were previously recalled and repaired under recalls 15V-246, 16V-643 or 17V-210, however the repair may not have been completed properly. A component within the door latches may break making the doors difficult to latch and/or leading the driver or a passenger to believe a door is securely closed when, in fact, it is not.

Safety risk

A door that is not securely latched could open while the vehicle is in motion, increasing the risk of injury to a vehicle occupant.

Remedy

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the latch date codes to confirm if the repair was done correctly, and replace the side door latches if necessary, free of charge. Owners will also have the option to inspect their own vehicle's door latches and enter the date codes into a website to determine if the latches are correct. Owner notification letters were mailed on July 27, 2020. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20S30.

Notes in the NHTSA record

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Source: NHTSA recall 20V331000, filed by Ford Motor Company. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 20V260000Manufacturer no. 20S22

Visibility › Sun/Moon Roof Assembly

Report received by NHTSA: May 8, 2020
Owner notification: August 25, 2020
Recall initiated by: Manufacturer
Units potentially affected: 5,088 (whole campaign)
Model names in the NHTSA record: TRANSIT CONNECT

Defect summary

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2014-2017 Transit Connect vehicles equipped with a Panoramic Fixed-Glass Vista roof. An improper bond may exist between the panoramic roof and the vehicle body and may result in wind noise, water leak, and in some cases, separation from the vehicle.

Safety risk

If the panoramic roof panel separates from the vehicle while it is being driven, it may increase the risk of an injury or crash.

Remedy

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will remove, clean, and reinstall the panoramic roof panel, free of charge. Ford issued owners an interim notification on May 26, 2020. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20S22.

Notes in the NHTSA record

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Source: NHTSA recall 20V260000, filed by Ford Motor Company. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 17V209000Manufacturer no. 17S09

Engine And Engine Cooling › Engine

Report received by NHTSA: March 27, 2017
Owner notification: January 5, 2018
Recall initiated by: Manufacturer
Units potentially affected: 208,584 (whole campaign)
Build dates listed for the 2015 Ford Transit Connect: June 13, 2013 – December 14, 2014
Model names in the NHTSA record: TRANSIT CONNECT

Defect summary

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2014 Escape, 2014-2015 Fiesta ST, 2013-2014 Fusion and 2013-2015 Transit Connect vehicles equipped with 1.6L GTDI engines. If the vehicle is started and driven with an insufficient level of coolant within the engine cooling system, the engine cylinder head may overheat, crack and leak oil.

Safety risk

If the cylinder head cracks and leaks oil, the oil may contact a hot engine or exhaust component, increasing the risk of a fire.

Remedy

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will install a coolant level sensor and the supporting hardware and software, free of charge. Interim notices informing owners of the safety risk were mailed April 21, 2017. The recall began on January 5, 2018. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 17S09.

Notes in the NHTSA record

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Source: NHTSA recall 17V209000, filed by Ford Motor Company. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 16V643000Manufacturer no. 16S30

Latches/Locks/Linkages › Doors › Latch

Report received by NHTSA: September 6, 2016
Owner notification: January 27, 2017
Recall initiated by: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation
Units potentially affected: 2,046,297 (whole campaign)
Build dates listed for the 2015 Ford Transit Connect: August 1, 2013 – February 1, 2016
Model names in the NHTSA record: TRANSIT CONNECT

Defect summary

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2012-2015 Ford Focus, 2013-2015 Ford Escape and Ford C-MAX, 2015 Lincoln MKC and Ford Mustang, and 2014-2016 Ford Transit Connect vehicles. A component within the door latches may break, preventing the doors from latching and/or leading the driver or a passenger to believe a door is securely closed when, in fact, it is not.

Safety risk

A door that is not securely latched could open while the vehicle is in motion, increasing the risk of injury to a vehicle occupant.

Remedy

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the door latches with an improved part, free of charge. The recall began on January 27, 2017. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16S30.

Notes in the NHTSA record

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Source: NHTSA recall 16V643000, filed by Ford Motor Company. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 15V406000Manufacturer no. 15C03

Electrical System › Instrument Cluster/Panel

Report received by NHTSA: June 24, 2015
Owner notification: August 4, 2015
Recall initiated by: Manufacturer
Units potentially affected: 184,519 (whole campaign)
Build dates listed for the 2015 Ford Transit Connect: May 10, 2014 – July 2, 2015
Model names in the NHTSA record: TRANSIT CONNECT

Defect summary

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Ford Escape vehicles manufactured May 19, 2014, to February 6, 2015, and Transit Connect vehicles manufactured May 11, 2014, to July 2, 2015. Due to a software incompatibility issue, the instrument panel cluster be inoperative including a blank multiple functional display (MFD), and non-functional warning chimes, messages and warning lights. Specific warning chimes, messages and warning lights. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 101, "Control and Displays."

Safety risk

If the instrument cluster is inoperative, the driver of may not be warned of safety related issues such as low tire pressures or disabled air bags, increasing the risk of personal injury or a crash.

Remedy

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will update the instrument panel software, free of charge. The recall began on August 4, 2015. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 15C03.

Notes in the NHTSA record

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Source: NHTSA recall 15V406000, filed by Ford Motor Company. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 15V005000Manufacturer no. 14S30, 15S13

Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Fuel Pump

Report received by NHTSA: January 9, 2015
Owner notification: February 27, 2015
Recall initiated by: Manufacturer
Units potentially affected: 54,543 (whole campaign)
Build dates listed for the 2015 Ford Transit Connect: November 11, 2013 – August 29, 2014
Model names in the NHTSA record: TRANSIT CONNECT

Defect summary

Ford Motor Company (Ford) notified the agency on January 8, 2015, that they are recalling certain model year 2014 Ford Escape vehicles manufactured April 15, 2014, to May 8, 2014, and 2015 Lincoln MKC vehicles manufactured April 21, 2014, to May 15, 2014. On April 30, 2015, Ford expanded the recall to cover an additional 45,505 vehicles, including certain model year 2014-2015 Ford Transit Connect vehicles manufactured November 11, 2013, to August 29, 2014, 2014-2015 Ford Fiesta vehicles manufactured April 10, 2014, to June 17, 2014 and 2014 Ford Edge vehicles manufactured April 30, 2014, to May 21, 2014. Improper nickel plating of components within the fuel pump may result in the fuel pump failing.

Safety risk

If the fuel pump fails, the vehicle may stall without warning, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. The recall began on February 27, 2015. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 14S30.

Notes in the NHTSA record

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Source: NHTSA recall 15V005000, filed by Ford Motor Company. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

Records reproduce NHTSA's published text for each campaign. Last record date for this page: September 4, 2025.