2010 Ford Transit Connect
This year's complaint volume is within 30% of this model's typical year.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 42 |
| 2011 | 24 |
| 2012 | 26 |
| 2013 | 32 |
| 2014 | 127 |
| 2015 | 65 |
| 2016 | 103 |
| 2017 | 27 |
| 2018 | 22 |
| 2019 | 51 |
| 2020 | 30 |
| 2021 | 8 |
| 2022 | 5 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
19% of complaints: power train — 8 distinct reports on file.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
After placing vehicle in Park, vehicle rolled away and destroyed my mailbox. Luckily I was able to stop it inches away from neighbors car. There is a recall for other years, but none for this year.
NHTSA ODI report, 20250320
17% of complaints: electrical system — 7 distinct reports on file.
12% of complaints: visibility/wiper — 5 distinct reports on file.
12% of complaints: engine — 5 distinct reports on file.
CRASH FIREShow complaint excerpts
After placing vehicle in Park, vehicle rolled away and destroyed my mailbox. Luckily I was able to stop it inches away from neighbors car. There is a recall for other years, but none for this year.
NHTSA ODI report, 20250320
THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED IN A SECURITY ENCLOSURE BY EARLY EVENING ON SATURDAY SEPT. 29. AT APPROXIMATELY 1:30 AM ON SUNDAY MORNING, A NEIGHBOR LIVING ADJACENT TO OUR OFFICE FACILITY CALLED 911 REPORTING THAT THE VEHICLE WAS ON FIRE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20121212
10% of complaints: service brakes — 4 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
After placing vehicle in Park, vehicle rolled away and destroyed my mailbox. Luckily I was able to stop it inches away from neighbors car. There is a recall for other years, but none for this year.
NHTSA ODI report, 20250320
VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED A TRAFFIC ACCIDENT ON JULY 16,2018 AND A CONTRIBUTING WAS A WORN BRAKE SYSTEM BY MY EMPLOYER'S VEHICLE. THE BRAKE SYSTEM NEEDED REPAIRS AND IT WAS BROUGHT SUPERVISIONS ATTENTION ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS.
NHTSA ODI report, 20180820
WHILE DRIVING ON DRY STREET AT 35-40 MPH HAD CAR IN FRONT OF ME COME TO A SUDDEN STOP. I APPLIED BRAKES AND THEY DID NOT STOP CAR. PEDAL FELT HARD AND THERE WAS NO ACTIVATION OF ABS.
NHTSA ODI report, 20150820
SAFETY TIMELINE
FORD IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010 TRANSIT CONNECT VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM DECEMBER 5, 2008 THROUGH MAY 31, 2010 FOR FAILING TO MEET THE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY
Remedy: FORD WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND DEALERS WILL REPAIR THE VEHICLES FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 19, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FORD MOTOR COMPANY AT 1-866-436-7332.
Campaign 10V316000 — check if this car was fixed
MAIN MOBILITY IS RECALLING CERTAIN CONVERSION VANS BUILT ON MODEL YEAR 2008-2010 CHEVROLET EXPRESS, 2009 GMC SAVANA, AND 2010 FORD TRANSIT CONNECT CHASSIS, AND FITTED WITH CERTAIN BRAUN WHEELCHAIR LIF
Remedy: MAIN MOBILITY IS WORKING WITH BRAUN TO NOTIFY OWNERS, AND BRAUN DEALERS WILL REPAIR THE VEHICLES, FREE OF CHARGE. MAIN MOBILITY HAS NOT PROVIDED A NOTIFICATION SCHEDULE. OWNERS MAY CONTACT MAIN MOBIL
Campaign 12V169000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2010 Ford Transit Connect — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for power train issues (8 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (7 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for visibility/wiper issues (5 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 10V316000 (structure) has been completed.
- Verify recall 12V169000 (equipment adaptive/mobility) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2010 Ford Transit Connect reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2010 Ford Transit Connect is rated "typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2010 Ford Transit Connect?
The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 19% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2010 Ford Transit Connect have?
2 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.