2012 Ford Transit Connect: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2012 Ford Transit Connect: 1 recall, 26 owner complaints and up to 23 mpg combined.
Recalls
1 vehicle recall from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Visibility (wipers, glass) Vehicle recall #12V374000 · 2012 · 16,330 vehicles
What's wrong: The wiper arms May not be adequately riveted resulting in incomplete or inconsistent clearing of the windshield and possible detachment of the wiper arm.
Why it matters: If the wiper arm detaches, the windshield wiper will fail and the driver's visibility May be reduced, increasing the risk of a crash.
The 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.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 1 mention a fire, 1 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Engine (6): the most common themes are warning light on (4).
- Visibility (wipers, glass) (5): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Visibility/Wiper (4): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Electrical (4): the most common themes are fire / smoke (2).
The 2012 Ford Transit Connect has 26 owner complaints, ranking #9 of 14 Transit Connect model years for complaints (about average; the typical year has 41). Complaints peaked in 2014 (5 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 2 years old, at a median of 35,003 miles. Neighboring years: 2011 (24 complaints, 1 recalls), 2013 (32 complaints, 4 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0 L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 21 | 27 | 23 | Regular |
| 2.0 L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 22 | 26 | 23 | Regular |
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FAQ
Does the 2012 Ford Transit Connect have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 vehicle recall for the 2012 Ford Transit Connect. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2012 Ford Transit Connect problems?
Owners have filed 26 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are engine (6), visibility (wipers, glass) (5), visibility/wiper (4).
What gas mileage does the 2012 Ford Transit Connect get?
EPA ratings run up to 23 mpg combined (2.0 L, Automatic 4-spd), across 2 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2012 Ford Transit Connect repair manual?
eManualOnline sells downloadable manuals, Mitchell 1 DIY and ALLDATAdiy sell online access to factory repair data, and Haynes sells printed guides and online access. Pick a download if you want to keep it, or a subscription for wiring diagrams and TSBs.