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2016 Ford Transit Connect

Everything Canada’s open data holds on this vehicle: what has been recalled, what it costs to run, and how efficient it is compared with everything else on the road.

Recalls

8

8 current

Combined

10.7L/100 km

Fuel, a year

$2,695

16,249 km, Ontario prices

Recalls

Good news: Recall repairs are almost always free. Book with any manufacturer dealer and quote the recall number. Transport Canada’s own wording is that a manufacturer “will almost always make these repairs free of charge”, so being asked to pay for recall work is unusual and worth questioning. Since 2018 the Minister of Transport can order a company to pay for repairs so owners do not bear the cost.

Visual System

Transport Canada recall 2025449 · manufacturer campaign 25S89

3 September 2025

Transport Canada lists: Econoline Cutaway Chassis Cab 2017–2019 · Edge 2015–2018 · Expedition 2015–2017 · F-250 Super Duty 2015–2019 · and 8 more

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, there could be a problem with the connections inside the rearview camera. As a result, the rearview camera image may not display correctly or at all when the transmission is shifted into reverse. Note: For certain models, this recall also affects incomplete vehicles.

Why it matters

A rearview camera image that doesn't display could reduce a driver's ability to see behind the vehicle while backing up. This could increase the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

Ford will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to inspect and, if necessary, replace the rearview camera.

122,125 vehicles affected in CanadaLight Truck & VanSafety Mfr

Powertrain

Transport Canada recall 2022311 · manufacturer campaign 22S43

13 June 2022

Transport Canada lists: C-MAX 2013–2018 · Edge 2015–2018 · Escape 2013–2019 · Fusion 2013–2016 · and 1 more

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the shift cable may detach from the transmission. This could cause the transmission not to shift gears when the shifter is moved. As a result, the transmission could be in a different gear than the gear shifter indicates. If a driver attempts to exit the vehicle while the transmission is not in Park, and the parking brake is not applied, the vehicle could move suddenly.

Why it matters

Sudden and unexpected movement of the vehicle could increase the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

Ford will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealership to replace the transmission shifter cable bushing and install a protective service cap. Ford advises that you should apply the parking brake each time the vehicle is parked.

362,062 vehicles affected in CanadaSUVSafety Mfr

Structure

Transport Canada recall 2022151 · manufacturer campaign 22S20

29 March 2022

Transport Canada lists: Transit Connect 2016, 2020

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the windshield may not be properly attached. As a result, the glass can become loose and could separate from the vehicle in a crash.

Why it matters

A windshield that detaches in a crash could create an increased risk of injury.

What the dealer will do

Ford will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealership to inspect and, if necessary, remove and reinstall the windshield.

1,866 vehicles affected in CanadaLight Truck & VanSafety Mfr

Powertrain

Transport Canada recall 2021309 · manufacturer campaign 21S24

24 May 2021

Transport Canada lists: Transit Connect 2013–2021

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the shift cable may detach from the transmission. This could cause the transmission not to shift gears when the shifter is moved. As a result, the transmission could be in a different gear than the gear shifter indicates. If a driver attempts to exit the vehicle while the transmission is not in Park, and the parking brake is not applied, the vehicle could move suddenly. Note: This recall only affects vehicles equipped with a 2.5 L engine and 6F35 (6 speed) transmission.

Why it matters

Sudden and unexpected movement of the vehicle could increase the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

Ford will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealer to replace the transmission shifter cable bushing and install a protective service cap. Ford advises that you should apply the parking brake each time the vehicle is parked.

14,103 vehicles affected in CanadaLight Truck & VanSafety Mfr

Seats And Restraints

Transport Canada recall 2020231 · manufacturer campaign 20S25

27 May 2020

Transport Canada lists: Transit Connect 2016–2017

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the driver and/or front passenger seat belt pretensioner(s) may not work as designed in a crash.

Why it matters

A seat belt pretensioner that does not work properly in a crash could cause an increased risk of injury.

What the dealer will do

Ford will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a Ford dealer to inspect the production date of the driver and front passenger seat belt assemblies. If the date is within the identified range, the dealer will replace the seat belt assembly.

131 vehicles affected in CanadaLight Truck & VanSafety Mfr

Structure

Transport Canada recall 2020204 · manufacturer campaign 20S22

11 May 2020

Transport Canada lists: Transit Connect 2015–2017

What is wrong

On certain vehicles built with a panoramic vista roof, the roof glass may not be properly attached. Over time, the glass can become loose and cause wind noise and water leaks. Eventually, it could separate from the vehicle completely.

Why it matters

A glass roof that detaches from the vehicle could create a hazard for others and increase the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

Ford will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a Ford dealer to remove, clean, and reinstall the panoramic roof glass.

45 vehicles affected in CanadaLight Truck & VanSafety Mfr

Structure

Transport Canada recall 2016432 · manufacturer campaign 16R01

6 September 2016

Transport Canada lists: C-MAX 2013–2015 · Escape 2013–2015 · Focus 2012–2015 · Mustang 2015 · and 2 more

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the pawl spring tab in the side door latch could break. This condition typically will prevent the door from latching. In certain situations where the door is able to be closed, the door may be partially latched and could unlatch while driving. This could increase the risk of injury to a vehicle occupant seated next to the door, or result in damage to property.

What the dealer will do

If a door will not latch, dealers will replace all four door latches with a more robust part. Note: A door that is partially latched can cause the courtesy light to remain on, set a door ajar message in the instrument cluster and sound a door ajar chime to alert the driver that there is a door latch problem.

233,034 vehicles affected in CanadaMinivanSafety Mfr

Brakes

Transport Canada recall 2016330 · manufacturer campaign 16C10

28 June 2016

Transport Canada lists: Transit Connect 2016

What is wrong

Certain vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (CMVSS) 126 - Electronic Stability Control Systems. Certain brake Hydraulic Control Units (HCU) may contain metallic debris, which could reduce pump performance and affect Electronic Stability Control (ESC), and may cause the system fail to meet the requirements of the standard. If metallic debris is present, particles may block a pressure valve in the HCU during operation. This could result in a driver experiencing degraded performance of the ESC and related brake systems without warning, which could increase the risk of a crash causing injury and/or damage to property.

What the dealer will do

Dealers will remove and replace the brake HCU.

54 vehicles affected in CanadaLight Truck & VanCompliance Mfr

Efficiency and running cost

Class
Special purpose vehicle
In its class
More efficient than 35% of 17 2016 vehicles in this class
Tailpipe CO₂
252 g/km

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Common questions

Does the 2016 Ford Transit Connect have any recalls?
Transport Canada has 8 recalls on record for the 2016 Ford Transit Connect. Recall repairs are almost always free at a manufacturer dealer.
What fuel economy does the 2016 Ford Transit Connect get?
NRCan rates the 2016 Ford Transit Connect at 10.7 L/100 km combined, emitting 252 g of CO2 per kilometre. There are 10 rated versions; this is the median.
What does it cost to run a 2016 Ford Transit Connect for a year?
At 16,249 km a year and Ontario average prices, about $2,695 in fuel, producing roughly 4,016 kg of CO2. Your own distance and prices will change this — the calculator lets you set both.

Source: Transport Canada — Vehicle Recalls Database; NRCan — Fuel consumption ratings. Data current as of 6 August 2026. Running cost uses Ontario average prices (155 ¢/L, 14.5 ¢/kWh), which are hand-maintained estimates. These are average residential rates. A car’s charging is added on top of what your home already uses, so on a tiered, time-of-use or subsidised tariff it is billed at your top rate rather than this average — which makes the real cost higher, especially in the territories. Enter your own rate for an accurate figure. 30,784 rated vehicles on file.