2014 Ford Transit Connect Problems: 17 Issues Every Owner Should Know
2014 model year · 6,115+ owner reports · Updated April 2026
According to Au7o's analysis of 6,115+ owner reports, the 2014 Ford Transit Connect has 17 documented known issues, with 6 rated critical. The most serious are Side Door Latch Failure - Door May Open While Driving (Recall 16S30) ($0-$0 repair), 1.6L EcoBoost Engine Overheating and Coolant Loss - Recall 14S11 ($0-$5,500 repair), Ignition Coil Failure and Misfires (2.5L/1.6L) ($120-$650 repair), Throttle Body/ETC Fault Causing Limp Mode (Reduced Engine Power) ($140-$900 repair), ABS Wheel Speed Sensor/Wiring Fault (ABS/Traction Control Lights On) ($120-$650 repair) and Electric Power Steering Assist Motor Failure ($600-$1,500 repair). The most commonly reported issue is Side Door Latch Failure - Door May Open While Driving (Recall 16S30) with 4,200 owner reports. Across all issues, repair costs range from $0 to $5,500. DIY maintenance guides at au7o.io.