Ford Transit Connect stalling problems

Filed Jul 20, 2025 · Transmission · CA · crash

Transmission failure in my 2.0L Ford Transit Connect at approximately 94,000 miles. When I shift into reverse, the van sometimes drives forward instead of backing up — as if the transmission is confused or stuck in the wrong gear. Over time, reverse completely stopped working altogether. Additionally, after coming to a full stop (such as at a red light), the van occasionally stalls or becomes unresponsive when pressing the gas pedal. This creates dangerous situations in traffic. All recommended maintenance has been done on time, including a full transmission flush performed by a Ford dealer at around 80,000 miles. There were no warning lights or error messages before the issue began. After researching, I found many other Transit Connect owners with the same problem, especially in models with the 2.0L engine. This points to a potential defect in the transmission system. A full transmission replacement may be necessary, and I believe Ford should issue a recall to address this recurring failure.

Filed Dec 18, 2024 · Transmission · 91,000 miles · OH

The contact owns a 2019 Ford Transit Connect. The contact stated while driving 20 MPH, the vehicle hesitated and stalled. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed and determined that the transmission needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but offered no assistance. The contact was referred to the federal safety agency Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was 91,000.

Filed Oct 22, 2024 · Brakes, Engine · 33,000 miles · NJ

The contact owns a 2016 Ford Transit Connect. The contact stated that the ABS warning light was illuminated. The contact stated while driving at undisclosed speeds, the vehicle stalled. There was smoke coming from the rear of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who determined that the brakes and calipers needed to be replaced. While the mechanic was test driving the vehicle, the vehicle stalled. The contact called the local dealer, but the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact called another local dealer, Wayne Ford (444 US-46, Wayne, NJ 07470); but the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted, and referred the contact to the federal safety agency Hotline. The failure mileage was approximately 33,000.

Filed Mar 25, 2022 · Driver assistance · FL

This entire vehicle is a problem, including my backup camera needing to be replaced 2x since Oct. My work van does not have a rearview mirror or window so its crucial I'm a sole proprietor business owner and my only business vehicle (2019 Ford transit connect) has been in the shop a total of over 10 weeks in the last 10 months. I have had numerous problems with my vehicle including my back up camera not working (which is very important since I don't have a rear view mirror or back windows), Ford pass not working, AC blowing heat, transmission problems, check engine light on, vehicle stalling, and emissions problem. So far in 2022, it has spent over 3 weeks in the shop and is currently in the shop. I have had 3 different computer modules, EGR valve, torque converter, and backup camera replaced and I was just told today it needs another back-up camera and the heater control module replaced. I bought my vehicle brand new from Village Ford (now Gary Yeoman) in 2019 and it currently has 38,000 miles on it. The regular warranty ended at 36k miles, but Ford corporate purchased me an extended warranty covering my vehicle to 75k miles due to the vehicle spending an entire month in the shop Nov 2021. I have called and emailed Ford Corporate multiple times including talking to very unhelpful supervisor. I clearly have a bad vehicle and it is a huge inconvenience and is adversely affecting my business. I have asked for Ford to buy my vehicle from me and told there is nothing they can do. As a consumer I am made to feel like all these problems are somehow my fault, when I have done nothing wrong except unknowingly bought a lemon vehicle and because I haven't had the exact same problem 3x, it doesn't qualify for the FL lemon law. There should be some provision for a vehicle with 8+ problems and that has spent 11 weeks in the shop in 10 months. This is a wrapped WORK vehicle that advertises my business. Guess how many business cards I passed out during those 11 weeks? ZERO.

Filed Feb 3, 2022 · Engine · CA

Air bubble in coolant system caused by faulty placement of heater core allows air bubble to form there. This cause no heat or defrost in cab of vehicle. Also causes overheating which leads to cracked block, coolant leak into combustion chamber, destroying catalytic converter and emissions to soar and fuel milage to drop. Engine stumbles and stalls and goes into fail safe mode which could cause an accident because vehicle won’t accelerate or shift.

Filed Apr 5, 2021 · Engine, Fuel system · 143,000 miles · NC

After having several flat tires I had to drive off the interstate after the right front tire went flat and the engine must have bounced up and down too much so the accident dashboard light came on. The fuel injection system was affected as well and the car didn't want to start, started misfiring and conked out at low speeds. Whenever I put fuel in to the gas tank the car didn't want to start again and sometimes I had to turn the key 10>20 times to start the engine. Unless when I put fuel into the tank and I kept the engine running (fire hazard). After several thousand miles of driving the car after the car accident light came on and no repairs done to the car the misfiring and stalling out at low speed would dissipate except for the refueling problem. Or at least until the car went over a large bump/pothole and then start all over again stalling out at low speeds. I did take the car to a goodyear auto repair shop and they told me it may take 2>3 days worth of repairs to fix it. Unfortunately I still do not have the money to fix it and probably can't afford to fix it multiple times as the expense would amount to two>.three times the current value of the car itself plus the problems with the engine bouncing too much just causes the same problem to reoccur so it's basically a bottomless pit of repair and expense.

Filed Nov 25, 2019 · Fuel system · 26,000 miles · PA

Tl* the contact owns a 2014 ford transit connect. While driving various speeds, the vehicle suddenly stalled and shut off. The vehicle was towed to star lake ford (1212 main st, burgess town, pa) where it was diagnosed that the fuel pump was faulty. The fuel pump was replaced, but the failure recurred. The vehicle was towed to kenny ross ford (3200 library rd, castle shannon, pa) where the fuel pump was replaced, but the failure continued. The manufacturer was notified of the failures and provided case* numbers:[xxx] and [xxx]). The failure mileage was 26,000. *pm consumer stated 3 times engine stopped running twice engine would not start. Vehicle was towed away 5 times. ('parts of this document have been redacted to protect personally identifiable information pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).'),

Filed Jul 10, 2019 · Engine · 35,700 miles · NY

3/19 the temperature gage went hot quickly. Checked coolant, although full in 2/19 now empty. Garage could not find the problem and contacted davidson's ford who advised to install a new radiator and thermostat. In 7/19 transit began to stall after short drive, then engine got so hot it stalled in traffic at a busy intersection and would not start. I kept trying to start it many times. Had to be towed to davidson's ford who did a diagnostic tests and found the coolant boils out of reservoir even when sitting before fans can come on. I believe this could have caused a fire as the engine may crack and leak oil if it overheats. I have already spent $700 on radiator and thermostat and now it looks like they will install a water pump and/or head gasket. This problem is very similar to the recall # 17v209000 - ford recall # 17s09 which includes 2013 transit connect, but my VIN # doesn't come up as I have a smaller engine. Was stuck at the busy intersection for nearly an hour. Police report available and insurance for towing.

Filed Apr 4, 2019 · Electrical · 27,900 miles · CA

Multiple times, the electrical systems seems to just shut down while driving. With no warning all the lights and dash indicators will flash and all go out. Engine will briefly run, then quit. Several times been very lucky to get off road or freeway without incident. Ford dealer worked on it for 1+ yrs, replaced alternator and battery. I've trouble tested and find no issues. No apparent grounding issues. No fuses or relays appear to be faulty. Found many like-complaints online. Acts like a battery/alternator issue. But later, after jumped battery, all systems works without incident for several days, weeks, months...you never know when its going to hit.

Filed Oct 23, 2018 · Driver assistance · 9,100 miles · OR

I found pulling on to a 55 MPH highway starting from a gravel lot, I allow plenty of space from traffic and, if I get the slightest when spin, the power drops and I am half in traffic and can't move for a few seconds. I have had cars honk and weave around me to avoid collision. I made a great distance to be safe and I was almost hit by stalling in the lane. 4 seconds at 60 MPH is 352 feet. It goes away quick. Others report the same problem in the snow trapping the van in place. Others have pulled fuse 191 to disable all ABS and traction control functions. You can't do that in traffic. Has no-one crashed, or been killed by this? Ford offers no solution for this death trap.