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2011 Ford Transit Connect recalls and problems

The 2011 Ford Transit Connect has 1 safety recall and 24 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Ford dealer.

Recalls
1
Complaints
24
Crashes / fires
0 / 0
Injuries / deaths
0 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2011 Ford Transit Connect vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2011 Ford Transit Connect recalls

Recall 12V-374: Visibility

Reported Aug 2, 2012 · 16,330 vehicles affected · FORD MOTOR COMPANY

Problem: Ford Motor Company is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Transit Connect vehicles. The wiper arms may not be adequately riveted resulting in incomplete or inconsistent clearing of the windshield and possible detachment of the wiper arm.

Risk: If the wiper arm detaches, the windshield wiper will fail and the driver's visibility may be reduced, increasing the risk of a crash.

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. Owners may contact Ford at 1-866-436-7332.

2011 Ford Transit Connect problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Visibility/Wiper6
Engine4
Power Train4
Electrical System4
Traction Control System2
Vehicle Speed Control2
Service Brakes2
Unknown or Other1
Suspension1
Steering1
Exterior Lighting1
Structure1

Most reported parts

  • Structure › Body — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 49,086 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2011 Ford Transit Connect complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Visibility/Wiper · reported Mar 11, 2026
Passenger side wiper arm came off during a recent rain storm. I have contacted my local Ford dealer and Ford Customer Service in regards to 12s36 (NHTSA #12v-374). Ford explained it effects certain model years, produced during a certain time, at a certain manufacture facility. My vehicle meets all of the parameters, yet they will not honor the recall because the vin number is not listed. Please help. It is a minor repair, yet it is obviously a manufacturer issue.
Electrical System · at 27,900 miles · reported Apr 4, 2019
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…
Structure · reported Jul 29, 2018
When locking and unlocking the van it does not always unlock the back doors for the sliding doors have to climb over the front seats to manually unlock them difficult to get children out of the back seat extreme problem in an emergency
Electrical System · at 244,000 miles · reported Jul 8, 2018
Purchased this vehicle about a week ago and did a basic tuneup, oil change and spark plugs. I ordered a after market filter from k&n and had to wait a week before it arrived. Air filter was not replaced yet but hoping it would help with accelerating. The A/C worked well as long as the vehicle was driving but stopped blowing cold air during idle. A few days later my transit got real hot at a stop light so I pulled over and checked for any leaks or coolant lose in the reservoir... All was well and I saw the electric fans spinning. Car got hot again and checked online for a solution and saw many…
Electrical System · at 81,000 miles · reported Dec 9, 2015
Driving on the free way at 80 MPH and car stalls. Check engine light and wrench light came on. Pulled to the side restarted car everything was normal again. A few days later started doing again and more often. I AM afraid to ride my car it is a safety issue. I put a scanner on the car and "throttle stuck closed code came on". I will take it in to the dealer tomorrow. I believe it is a issue from the manufacturere.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2011 Ford Transit Connect have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2011 Ford Transit Connect: 12V-374 (visibility). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2011 Ford Transit Connect?

Owners report visibility/wiper problems most often (6 reports), followed by engine (4). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 49,086 miles.

Are Ford recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Ford dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.