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2020 Ford Transit Connect recalls

Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2020 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.

Recall campaigns: 8
Park-it warnings: 0
Complaints: 32
Latest campaign: Jun 27, 2025

Recall summary by component8

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h

Component	Campaigns	Latest	Campaign IDs
Power train	4	Mar 28, 2025	25V196000 22V413000 21V376000 20V550000
Back over prevention	1	Jun 27, 2025	25V442000
Visibility	1	Mar 25, 2022	22V192000
Air bags	1	Dec 17, 2020	20V791000
Engine and engine cooling	1	Oct 15, 2020	20V636000

Safety recalls8

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h

0Park-it warnings

0Fixable over the air

Jun 27, 2025Latest campaign


Jun 27, 202525V442000	Back over prevention: software A rearview camera that displays a blank image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle. DetailsHide details for campaign 25V442000 What's wrong Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2022 Transit Connect, 2019-2020 MKZ, MKX, Edge, Continental, F-150, Nautilus, Fusion, 2019-2023 Ranger, Mustang, 2020-2021 EcoSport, Expedition, Navigator, 2020-2022 Escape, F-250 SD, Corsair, 2020-2023 Aviator, Transit, 2020-2024 Explorer, 2021-2024 Bronco Sport, and 2022-2024 Maverick vehicles. A software error may cause the rearview camera to display a blank image, or the image may remain on the display after the backing event has ended. Risk A rearview camera that displays a blank image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle. A rearview image that continues to be displayed after the vehicle is shifted out of reverse may distract the driver. Both of these situations can increase the risk of a crash. Remedy Dealers will update the rearview camera software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 4, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S72. Campaign NHTSA 25V442000 · Jun 27, 2025
Mar 28, 202525V196000	Power train: automatic transmission control module (tcm/PCM/tecm) An engine that overheats increases the risk of a fire. DetailsHide details for campaign 25V196000 What's wrong Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Transit Connect vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall number 20V-636. The powertrain control module (PCM) software has fail-safe temperature threshold values higher than intended for the engine. This may delay engine cooling and result in engine overheating. Risk An engine that overheats increases the risk of a fire. Remedy Dealers will update the powertrain control module (PCM) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 21, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S32. Campaign NHTSA 25V196000 · Mar 28, 2025
Jun 10, 202222V413000	Power train: automatic transmission gear position indication (prndl) 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. DetailsHide details for campaign 22V413000 What's wrong 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. Risk 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. 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 NHTSA 22V413000 · Jun 10, 2022
Mar 25, 202222V192000	Visibility: windshield During a crash, the windshield may detach from the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury. DetailsHide details for campaign 22V192000 What's wrong Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016 and 2020 Transit Connect vehicles. The front windshield may have been manufactured with inadequate adhesion to the vehicle body structure. Risk During a crash, the windshield may detach from the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury. Remedy Dealers will inspect the windshield and, if necessary, remove and reinstall the windshield, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 11, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S20. Campaign NHTSA 22V192000 · Mar 25, 2022
May 24, 202121V376000	Power train: automatic transmission gear position indication (prndl) A damaged or missing bushing may prevent the vehicle from shifting into the intended gear, causing the vehicle to move in an unexpected direction. DetailsHide details for campaign 21V376000 What's wrong 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. Risk 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. 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 NHTSA 21V376000 · May 24, 2021
Dec 17, 202020V791000	Air bags: frontal driver side Air bag modules missing the first-stage booster propellant will not deploy as intended in a crash, increasing the risk of injury. DetailsHide details for campaign 20V791000 What's wrong Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 EcoSport and 2019-2020 Transit Connect vehicles. Depending on the model, either the driver side or passenger side frontal air bag modules are missing the first-stage booster propellant and sleeve. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection." Risk Air bag modules missing the first-stage booster propellant will not deploy as intended in a crash, increasing the risk of injury. Remedy Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected air bag module on either the driver or passenger side, free of charge. This recall began February 18, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20C26. Campaign NHTSA 20V791000 · Dec 17, 2020

To see whether a recall is still open on your car, enter the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Ford recall lookup. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer (federal law; see limits).

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Owner complaints by component32

NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h

32Complaints filed

2Involving a crash

2Involving a fire

0Injuries reported

Component	Complaints	%	Crashes	Fires
Power train	10	31	1	0
Service brakes	6	19	0	0
Unknown or other	5	16	1	2
Visibility	4	13	0	0
Forward collision avoidance	3	9	0	0
Hydraulic	2	6	0	0
Engine	2	6	0	0
Vehicle speed control	2	6	0	0
Electrical system	1	3	0	0
Back over prevention	1	3	0	0
Visibility/wiper	1	3	0	0
Steering	1	3	0	0
Fuel/propulsion system	1	3	0	0
Lane departure	1	3	0	0
Air bags	1	3	0	0

1 more component with fewer complaints not shown. An owner can tag several components, so percentages add up to more than 100. Complaints are unverified owner reports, de-duplicated by NHTSA ODI number.

Latest reports

Service brakes
“The contact owns a 2020 Ford Transit Connect. The contact stated that while attempting to pull into a parking lot, the brakes locked up. There was no warning light illuminated.”
Filed 09/01/2026 · ODI 11761397
Electrical system
“Intermittent Electronic issues are: 1) Rear view backup camera malfunction. Works sporadically. Camera some times clear as bell, and stays on when in drive moving forward.”
Filed 07/21/2026 · ODI 11751874
Unknown or other
“The windsheild is not properly sealed. It has caused water to leak into the vehicle. The water leaking in has caused electrical problems with the radio and backup camera. Also causing mold inside the vehicle.”
Filed 05/13/2026 · ODI 11737645

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2020 Ford Transit Connect recall questions

How many recalls does the 2020 Ford Transit Connect have?

NHTSA lists 8 safety recall campaigns for the 2020 Ford Transit Connect. The most recent, 25V442000 (reported June 27, 2025), concerns back over prevention. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.

What are the 2020 Ford Transit Connect recalls for?

The largest group is power train, with 4 campaigns. Others: back over prevention (1), visibility (1), air bags (1). Each campaign below lists the defect, the risk and the free remedy.

What is the most common complaint about the 2020 Ford Transit Connect?

Power train is the most-reported component, named in 10 complaints out of 32 filed with NHTSA (31%). Across all complaints, owners reported 2 crashs and 2 fires. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

How do I check if a recall is open on my 2020 Ford Transit Connect?

Enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Ford recall lookup. That shows campaigns still unrepaired on that exact car. Safety recall repairs are free at a franchised Ford dealer.

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