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2017 Ford Transit Connect Recalls

6 campaigns in our verified NHTSA snapshot, with source consequences, remedies, and VIN-specific next steps.

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NHTSA campaigns

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Affected systems

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Urgent advisories

Sep 4, 2025

Latest campaign date

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What the record says

This model year's count is below the Ford Transit Connect average of 6.6 campaigns per listed year. That is context only—not proof that this year is safer or less safe.

The most frequent affected category is Power Train › Automatic Transmission › Gear Position Indication (PRNDL), appearing in 2 campaigns.

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Source campaign records

All 2017 Ford Transit Connect recall campaigns

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NHTSA campaign 25V572000

Back Over Prevention › Sensing System › Camera

Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company

Reported Sep 4, 2025

What is recalled

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2019 Lincoln MKC, Mustang, F-350 SD, F-250 SD, F-450 SD, 2015-2017 Lincoln Navigator, Expedition, 2015-2018 Edge, Transit Connect, 2016-2019 F-550 SD, Transit, 2017-2019 Econoline, and 2019 Ranger vehicles. The rearview camera may display a distorted, inverted, or blank image when the vehicle is in reverse.

Safety consequence

A rearview camera that displays an inverted, distorted, or blank image can reduce the driver’s view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Dealers will inspect and replace the rearview camera as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 13, 2026. Ford owners will receive letters in phases, beginning January 2026 and June 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S89. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall number 25V270. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning September 8, 2025.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

NHTSA campaign 24V294000

Visibility › Fixed Panaramic Roof / Sky Light Assembly

Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company

Reported Apr 26, 2024

What is recalled

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Transit Connect vehicles. An improper bond may exist between the panoramic roof and the vehicle body, which can result in the panel detaching from the vehicle.

Safety consequence

A roof panel that detaches while driving can create a road hazard and increase the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Dealers will remove, clean, and reinstall the panoramic roof panel, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 4, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S29.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

NHTSA campaign 22V413000

Power Train › Automatic Transmission › Gear Position Indication (PRNDL)

Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company

Reported Jun 10, 2022

What is recalled

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 attaches the shifter cable to the transmission may degrade or detach.

Safety consequence

A damaged or missing bushing may prevent the vehicle from shifting into the intended gear, and cause the vehicle to move in an unexpected direction. Additionally, the vehicle may roll after the driver selects the 'Park' position. Either scenario increases the risk of a crash or injury.

Manufacturer remedy

Dealers will replace the under hood shift bushing and add a protective cap over the shift cable bushing, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters, informing owners of the safety risk, were mailed July 1, 2022. Remedy parts are expected to be available in 4th Quarter 2022. Owner notification letters were mailed October 27, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S43.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

NHTSA campaign 21V376000

Power Train › Automatic Transmission › Gear Position Indication (PRNDL)

Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company

Reported May 24, 2021

What is recalled

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2013-2021 Transit Connect vehicles equipped with 2.5L engines. The bushing that attaches the shifter cable to the transmission may degrade or detach.

Safety consequence

A damaged or missing bushing may prevent the vehicle from shifting into the intended gear, causing the vehicle to move in an unexpected direction. Additionally, the vehicle may roll after the driver selects the 'Park' position. Either scenario increases the risk of a crash or injury.

Manufacturer remedy

Dealers will replace the underhood shifter cable bushing, and add a protective cap, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 29, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21S24.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

NHTSA campaign 20V305000

Seat Belts › Front

Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company

Reported May 27, 2020

What is recalled

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Transit Connect vehicles. The front driver and/or passenger seat belt pretensioner initiators could contain an improper generant mix ratio that may prevent the seat belt pretensioners from deploying in the event of a crash.

Safety consequence

In the event of a crash, the front driver and/or passenger seat belt pretensioners may not deploy, increasing the risk of injury.

Manufacturer remedy

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace seat belt assemblies as necessary, free of charge. This recall began August 7, 2020. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20S25.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

NHTSA campaign 20V260000

Visibility › Sun/moon Roof Assembly

Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company

Reported May 8, 2020

What is recalled

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2014-2017 Transit Connect vehicles equipped with a Panoramic Fixed-Glass Vista roof. An improper bond may exist between the panoramic roof and the vehicle body and may result in wind noise, water leak, and in some cases, separation from the vehicle.

Safety consequence

If the panoramic roof panel separates from the vehicle while it is being driven, it may increase the risk of an injury or crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will remove, clean, and reinstall the panoramic roof panel, free of charge. Ford issued owners an interim notification on May 26, 2020. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20S22.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

Other Ford Transit Connect model years

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2017 Ford Transit Connect recall questions

How many recalls does the 2017 Ford Transit Connect have?

This verified dataset contains 6 NHTSA campaigns associated with the 2017 Ford Transit Connect. A campaign can apply to some, not all, vehicles of the same model year.

Does this confirm an open recall for my 2017 Ford Transit Connect?

No. This page is a model-year campaign history. Use NHTSA's official lookup or an authorized dealer to confirm whether a campaign applies to your exact VIN and whether the repair remains open.

Are vehicle recall repairs free?

When a safety recall campaign applies to your VIN, the manufacturer remedy is generally provided at no charge through an authorized dealer. Confirm eligibility and scheduling with the manufacturer or dealer.

Source: NHTSA. Dataset includes campaigns through Jul 30, 2026. Last processed Aug 8, 2026. Methodology