Does the 2013 Ford Transit Connect have any recalls?

The 2013 Ford Transit Connect has 2 recalls on file with NHTSA, including issues with engine and engine cooling:engine.

How many complaints have been filed for the 2013 Ford Transit Connect?

38 consumer complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2013 Ford Transit Connect.

Are there technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2013 Ford Transit Connect?

There are 31 technical service bulletins (TSBs) on file with NHTSA for the 2013 Ford Transit Connect.

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The 2013 Ford Transit Connect service and repair manual is a detailed, OEM-style reference for diagnostics, maintenance, and repair work. Use it to verify procedures, specifications, and system information before you start a job.

You'll find coverage across key vehicle systems with clear section structure, including wiring diagrams and powertrain, braking, steering, suspension, HVAC, and electrical topics. Digital format makes it easy to search while you work.

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XLT Mini Passenger Van 4-Door
XL Mini Cargo Van 4-Door
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XLT Premium Mini Passenger Van 4-Door

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2.0L 1999CC 122Cu. In. l4 GAS DOHC Naturally Aspirated

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Body
Brakes
Chassis Electrical
Driveline
Engine Cooling
Engine Electrical
Engine Mechanical
Engine Performance & Emission Controls
Fuel System
General Information & Identification
Heating, Ventilation, & Air Conditioning
Hybrid & Electric Vehicle Systems
Steering
Suspension
Transmission, Clutch, & Transfer Case
Wiring Diagrams

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2013 Ford Transit Connect Recalls & Complaints

NHTSA #17V20900027/03/2017Component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

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 ve

Consequence

If the cylinder head cracks and leaks oil, the oil may contact a hot engine or exhaust com

Remedy

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will install a coolant level sensor and the supportin

NHTSA #22V41300010/06/2022Component: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:GEAR POSITION INDICATION (PRNDL)

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 attac

Consequence

A damaged or missing bushing may prevent the vehicle from shifting into the intended gear,

Remedy

Dealers will replace the under hood shift bushing and add a protective cap over the shift

TSB #11029052

Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with wired keyless entry keypad systems and accessory wireless keyless entry keypad systems may or may not come with a wallet card containing the master code. Unlike the integrated wired keypad, the access

TSB #11008948

While performing a transmission repair on some 2012-2024 Ford and Lincoln vehicles, a transmission seal kit may be on backorder due to supply chain interruptions. While performing a transmission repair on some 2012-2024 Ford and Lincoln veh

TSB #10254138

All accessory stick-on keyless entry keypads come with a wallet card containing the master code. If the accessory keypad was factory installed, this card will be placed in the glove box and should be handed to the vehicles owner during ini

TSB #10235153

For 2000-2024 Ford and Lincoln vehicles, swapping a module from a vehicle for diagnosis purposes is likely to cause errors and is not recommended. It is also not recommended to order a replacement module using a vehicle identification numbe

TSB #10210730

Some 2013-2016 Fusion, 2013-2018 C-MAX, 2014-2019 Escape, 2014-2021 Transit Connect, and 2015-2018 Edge vehicles may indicate an incorrect shifter lever position. This may be due to the bushing at the transmission end of the shifter lever c

TSB #10209378

This article supersedes TSB 20-2047 to update the model years affected. Some 2013-2022 Transit Connect vehicles built on or after 1-Jan-2013 may exhibit a condition where either section of the second row seat is stuck or difficult to fold o

TSB #10194434

TSB #10189767

Some 2013-2016 Fusion, 2013-2018 C-MAX, 2013-2019 Escape, 2014-2021 Transit Connect, and 2015-2018 Edge vehicles may indicate an incorrect shifter lever position. This may be due to the bushing at the transmission end of the shifter lever c

Showing the 8 most recent of 31 technical service bulletins on file with NHTSA.

20220712Component: POWER TRAINCrash reported

The Transit was parked on a slope and was in "Park", but it rolled back down the slope and hit a parked car.

20151008Component: EXTERIOR LIGHTINGCrash reported

MY SPOUSE REAR ENDED THE ABOVE VEHICLE. SHE SAYS THAT THE STOP LIGHTS WERE VERY DIFFICULT TO SEE WHEN IN FULL SUN. INCIDENT OCCURRED IN SLOW AND GO TRAFFIC ON A FREEWAY. WHEN EXCHA

20140124Component: SERVICE BRAKESCrash reported

IN 45 MPH HIGHWAY THE BRAKES WENT TO THE FLOOR AT THE STOP SIGN AND CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO CROSS THE ROAD AND INTO A TREE SECTION TOTLING THE VEHICLE AND THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY

20140124Component: AIR BAGSCrash reported

IN 45 MPH HIGHWAY THE BRAKES WENT TO THE FLOOR AT THE STOP SIGN AND CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO CROSS THE ROAD AND INTO A TREE SECTION TOTLING THE VEHICLE AND THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY

Showing the 4 most serious of 38 complaints filed with NHTSA.

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