CarRecallDB

2010 Ford Transit Connect recalls and problems

2 recalls and 42 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2010 Ford Transit Connect.

2
recalls
42
owner complaints
4
complaints mentioning a crash
1
mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2010 Ford Transit Connect recalls

Equipment adaptive/mobility

NHTSA campaign 12V169000 · reported April 17, 2012 · MAIN MOBILITY, INC. · 34 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
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 lifts. Over time and with frequent use, the roll stop latches on the wheelchair lift’s outer barrier may become bent or misaligned.
The risk
A wheelchair occupant may defeat or ride over the insufficiently latched roll stop. If this occurs when the lift platform is in an elevated position, the wheelchair’s occupant could fall and sustain injury.
The fix
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 mobility at 1-716-759-6811.

Structure: body, roof and pillars

NHTSA campaign 10V316000 · reported July 7, 2010 · FORD MOTOR COMPANY · 33,728 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
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 standard no. 201, "occupant protection in interior impact." during vehicle testing the vehicle exceeded head injury criteria requirements set by the standard. The headliner retention pushpin located on the headliner above the b-pillar trim on both the left and right side of the vehicles needs to be replaced.
The risk
In the event of a vehicle crash, an occupant could be at an increased risk of injury.
The fix
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.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Mar 20, 2025 · Service brakes · crash reported

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. The vehicle has not been inspected by a dealer yet, however, after talking to the dealership service department, it is a…

Mar 21, 2024 · Structure · 130,000 miles

The contact owns a 2010 Ford Transit Connect. The contact stated that while driving approximately 30 MPH, the vehicle drover over the pump in the road and both the front driver's side and front passenger side wheel exterior fender flares along with the front grill had dislodged from the vehicle. Upon inspection, the…

May 22, 2023 · Power train

The car can roll/move after the automatic transmission has been put in PARK. There are no warnings or indication of a problem and the ignition key can be removed after the transmission is in PARK. But the car can roll away and injure people or damage property if the emergency brake is not engaged. The transmission…

Oct 13, 2021 · Power train

When I put my TC in park at work this morning it rolled forward. I found it odd so put the vehicle in reverse, applied the brake, put it in park, released the brake, and it again rolled. I applied the parking brake, opened the door and put my left foot on the ground to try to roll it myself. Although I was satisfied…

Jun 1, 2021 · Latches/locks/linkages

2010 Ford Transit Connect 120,000 miles Pulled driver door (electric lock) latch handle to exit vehicle. Upon pulling the door latch handle a very loud buzz lasting for approximately 1 to 2 seconds came from the driver door. I remained in the vehicle and closed the driver door and pressed the door lock mechanism and…

Transit Connect model years compared

YearRecallsComplaintsCrashesFires
2010 24241
2011 12400
2012 12611
2013 43230

Across all years, the 2014 Transit Connect has the most complaints (127). All Ford Transit Connect years →

Questions

Does the 2010 Ford Transit Connect have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2010 Ford Transit Connect, the most recent reported on April 17, 2012 (Equipment adaptive/mobility). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2010 Ford Transit Connect?
Owners have filed 42 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is power train (8 complaints), followed by electrical system (7).
How many 2010 Ford Transit Connect complaints mention a crash or fire?
4 of 42 complaints report a crash and 1 a fire; 2 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received March 20, 2025.