Model year guide

2023 Ford Transit Connect

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2023 Ford Transit Connect is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 9 on record.

2023 Ford Transit Connect — representative photo
Representative photo

2023 Ford Transit Connect at a glance

Safety recallsNone
Combined25–26 mpg

Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2023 Ford Transit Connect recalls 0

No NHTSA safety-recall campaigns are on record for the 2023 Ford Transit Connect.

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 4 Nov 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2023 Ford Transit Connect MPG & running costs

Combined25–26 mpg
City24 mpg
Highway27 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$2,650
EPA size classSpecial Purpose Vehicle 2WD
TransmissionAutomatic (S8)
Engine start-stopYes
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$1,250 more

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 2 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2023 Ford Transit Connect costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$13,250
Fuel only$13,250
Per mile$0.18

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

Dimensions & weight

Length
189.4 in
Width
72.4 in
Height
70.5 in
Wheelbase
120.5 in
Curb weight
3,580–3,977 lb
Front track
61.4 in
Rear track
62.2 in

Manufacturer-reported figures for the 2023 Ford Transit Connect — ranges cover the 2 body / drivetrain versions on record. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.

Investigations & service bulletins

Manufacturer service bulletins 18

Technical notes the manufacturer sent to dealers about known issues and fixes. Useful to mention to a mechanic — they are not recalls and repairs may not be covered. Showing the 10 most recent of 18.

Certain 2021-2023 Model Year Transit Connect Equipped with 2.0L Engine Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Reprogramming The affected vehicles have an emissions control system that might not control tailpipe emissions effectively

Bulletin 25E06 · Electrical System · Mar 2026

Certain 2021-2023 Model Year Transit Connect Equipped with 2.0L Engine Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Reprogramming

Bulletin 25E06 · Power Train · Dec 2025

Special Field Action 25L02 Certain 2017-2024 Model Year California Emissions-Certified Vehicles Transmission Control Assembly Reimbursement

Bulletin 25L02 · Dec 2025

Some 2021-2024 Bronco Sport, 2020-2024 Escape/Corsair/Edge/Nautilus/Transit Connect and 2022-2024 Maverick vehicles may exhibit erratic shifting and/or a transmission fluid venting condition. If during the preliminary inspection the transmission fluid is found…

Bulletin SSM 53465 · Mar 2025

While performing a transmission repair on some 2012-2024 Ford and Lincoln vehicles, a transmission seal kit may be on backorder due to supply chain interruptions. While performing a transmission repair on some 2012-2024 Ford and Lincoln vehicles, a transmissio…

Bulletin SSM 53040 · Oct 2024

Certain 2023 - 2024 Model Year Transit Connect Vehicles with Remote Start - Enable Remote Start

Bulletin 23B85 · May 2024

Various vehicles have had pinpoint tests, guided routines and the Warranty and Policy Manual recentlyupdated for diagnostics and repairs on SYNC generation 3 and later applications. When performingdiagnostics and repairs on SYNC Gen 3 or later, select the diag…

Bulletin SSM 52410 · Apr 2024

For 2015-2024 Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with turbocharged engines and customer concern of an engine oil leak, refer to Workshop Manual (WSM), Section 303-00 for oil leak inspection and testing methods. Ford has evaluated turbochargers replaced for oil…

Bulletin SSM 52335 · Engine And Engine Cooling · Mar 2024

Some 2020-2023 Ford and Lincoln SYNC3 equipped vehicles may experience an inaccurate notification in the FordPass®/LincolnWay® app indicating Vehicle Has Entered Deep Sleep Mode. Vehicle Has Entered Deep Sleep Mode message is expected if the vehicle has…

Bulletin SSM 52307 · Electrical System · Feb 2024

Some 2023 Transit Connect vehicles built on 31-Oct-2022 and through 05-Sep-2023 may exhibit a condition where the remote start feature is inoperative using the FordPass mobile application. The settings to enable/disable remote start may also not be available w…

Bulletin SSM 52072 · Electrical System · Nov 2023

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the TRANSIT CONNECT VAN FWD. Model-year data, not specific to one car.

About the Ford Transit Connect

The Ford Transit Connect is a compact panel van manufactured and marketed by Ford since 2002. Developed by Ford of Europe, the model line replaced sedan-based vans with a dedicated commercial vehicle platform. The model line is the second-smallest vehicle of the Ford Transit range, positioned between the Ford Transit Courier LAV and the Ford Transit Custom LCV/MPV. In line with other Ford Transit variants, passenger-oriented models are marketed as the Ford Tourneo Connect with side windows and rear seats.

From Wikipedia, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Describes the model line in general, not this model year specifically.

2023 Ford Transit Connect vehicles on record

Other Ford Transit Connect model years

2023 Ford Transit Connect — frequently asked questions

Does the 2023 Ford Transit Connect have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists no safety-recall campaigns for the 2023 Ford Transit Connect. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are done at no charge.

What gas mileage does the 2023 Ford Transit Connect get?

The 2023 Ford Transit Connect has U.S. EPA estimates of 25–26 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (2 versions).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.