Ford Transit Connect 2016

Versiones, desempeño, equipamiento, consumo, seguridad y problemas conocidos, con sus ventajas y desventajas frente a modelos similares 2016.

Ford Transit Connect
En la foto: Ford Transit Connect (3rd generation) IMG 3395. Foto: Alexander Migl, CC BY-SA 4.0, vía Wikimedia Commons
Clase
Vehículo de uso especial (2WD)
Carrocerías
Van Xl/Xlt, Wagon Xl/Xlt/Titanium
Motores
1.6L 4 cil. turbo, 2.5L 4 cil.
Tracción
Tracción delantera
Combustible
Gasolina regular, FFV
MPG (mejor)
25 combinadas · 22 ciudad / 29 carretera
Largo
189.4 in
Peso en vacío
3,580–3,977 lb
Calificación NHTSA
Sin calificar
Retiros
10 campañas

Ventajas y desventajas

Lo bueno

  • Excelente consumo de combustibleHasta 25 MPG combinadas: un 19 % mejor que el promedio de su clase (vehículo de uso especial, 2016: 21 MPG).

A tener en cuenta

  • Muchas quejas de propietarios104 quejas ante la NHTSA frente a unas 0 de modelos similares; sobre todo por problemas de sistema eléctrico.
  • 10 retirosMás que modelos similares (unos 1). Confirma las reparaciones con el VIN.

Calculado con datos de la EPA, la NHTSA y vPIC frente a 5 modelos similares 2016; no es una reseña. Cómo lo calculamos →

Resumen

El Ford Transit Connect 2016 es un vehículo de uso especial disponible con 2 motores (1.6L 4 cil. turbo y 2.5L 4 cil.), con tracción delantera.

Mide unas 189 pulgadas de largo y 72 de ancho, con una distancia entre ejes de 121 pulgadas, y pesa alrededor de 3,580 lb (Van Xl/Xlt).

La EPA califica su versión más eficiente con 25 MPG combinadas (22 en ciudad / 29 en carretera), un 19 % mejor que el promedio de su clase (vehículo de uso especial, 2016: 21 MPG), con un gasto estimado de $2,700 al año en combustible.

La NHTSA no ha publicado una calificación general de 5 estrellas para este año modelo.

Tiene 10 campañas de retiro registradas y los propietarios han presentado 104 quejas ante la NHTSA desde 2015, sobre todo por problemas de sistema eléctrico.

Novedades del 2016

Sin cambios en motores, versiones, tracción, tamaño, consumo EPA ni calificación NHTSA respecto al Transit Connect 2015: un año sin cambios según los datos.

Comparado con 2015; no incluye cambios de versiones, equipamiento ni precio. Ver el Transit Connect 2015 →

Dimensiones y peso

CarroceríaLargoAnchoAltoDistancia entre ejesVía del. / tras.Peso en vacíoPeso del./tras.
Van Xl/Xlt189.4 in72.4 in70.5 in120.5 in61.4 / 62.2 in3,580 lb55/45
Wagon Xl/Xlt/Titanium189.4 in72.4 in70.5 in120.5 in61.4 / 62.2 in3,977 lb55/45

Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), medidas del mercado canadiense.

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Motores, consumo y costo de uso

VersiónMotorTransmisiónTracciónCiudad / Carr. / Comb.vs. su claseCombustible / añoCO₂ g/mi
Transit Connect Van 2WD1.6L 4 cil. turboAutomática (S6)Tracción delantera22 / 29 / 25+19%$2,700362
Transit Connect Wagon FWD1.6L 4 cil. turboAutomática (S6)Tracción delantera22 / 29 / 24+14%$2,800364
Transit Connect Van 2WD2.5L 4 cil.Automática (S6)Tracción delantera20 / 27 / 23+10%$2,900392
Transit Connect Van FFV FFV2.5L 4 cil.Automática (S6)Tracción delantera20 / 27 / 23+10%$2,900392
Transit Connect Wagon LWB FWD2.5L 4 cil.Automática (S6)Tracción delantera19 / 27 / 22+5%$3,050407
Transit Connect Wagon FWD2.5L 4 cil.Automática (S6)Tracción delantera19 / 27 / 22+5%$3,050407
Transit Connect Wagon LWB FFV FFV2.5L 4 cil.Automática (S6)Tracción delantera19 / 27 / 22+5%$3,050407
Transit Connect Wagon FFV FFV2.5L 4 cil.Automática (S6)Tracción delantera19 / 27 / 22+5%$3,050407
6/10Puntaje EPA de consumo (mejor versión)
6/10Puntaje EPA de gases de efecto invernadero
Gasta $1,500Combustible en 5 años vs. un auto nuevo promedio
21 MPGPromedio 2016: Vehículo de uso especial (2WD)

Estimaciones de la EPA; "vs. su clase" compara las MPG combinadas con el promedio 2016 de su clase EPA. Cómo lo calculamos →

Calificaciones de seguridad y tecnología

La NHTSA no ha publicado calificaciones de 5 estrellas para el Ford Transit Connect 2016.

Vehículo de uso especial similares 2016

ModeloMejor MPG / autonomíaGeneral NHTSARetiros
Ford Transit Connect 2016 (este auto)25 MPGSin calificar10
Ram Promaster City 201624 MPGSin calificar15
Nissan NV200 Cargo Van 201625 MPGSin calificar1
Nissan NV200 NYC Taxi 201624 MPGSin calificar0
Chevrolet City Express Cargo Van 201625 MPGSin calificar2
Mobility Ventures LLC MV-1 201616 MPGSin calificar0

Retiros (10)

Texto oficial de la NHTSA (en inglés).

Prevención de impacto en reversa › Sensing System › Camera · 3 sept 2025

Campaña NHTSA 25V572000 · 1,456,417 vehículos

Problema
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.
Riesgo
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.
Solución
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.
Cerraduras y seguros › Doors › Latch · 21 jul 2023

Campaña NHTSA 23V502000 · 112,225 vehículos

Problema
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2014-2016 Transit Connect vehicles. The front door latch pawl may crack and prevent the door from latching.
Riesgo
An unlatched door can open while driving, increasing the risk of injury.
Solución
Dealers will inspect and replace the front door latches as necessary, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed February 2, 2024.  Owners may contact Ford customer service 1-866-436-7332.  Ford's number for this recall is 23S36.
Tren motriz › Shift Linkage/Cable/Rod · 10 jun 2022

Campaña NHTSA 22V413000 · 2,925,968 vehículos

Problema
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.
Riesgo
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.
Solución
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.
Visibilidad › Windshield · 25 mar 2022

Campaña NHTSA 22V192000 · 39,720 vehículos

Problema
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.
Riesgo
During a crash, the windshield may detach from the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury.
Solución
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.
Tren motriz › Shift Linkage/Cable/Rod · 24 may 2021

Campaña NHTSA 21V376000 · 192,080 vehículos

Problema
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.
Riesgo
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.
Solución
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.
Cerraduras y seguros › Doors › Latch · 8 jun 2020

Campaña NHTSA 20V331000 · 2,147,323 vehículos

Problema
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2011-2014 Fiesta, 2013-2014 Fusion, 2015 Mustang, 2013-2015 Escape and C-Max, 2012-2015 Focus, 2014-2016 Transit Connect, 2013-2014 Lincoln MKZ, and 2015 MKC vehicles. These vehicles were previously recalled and repaired under recalls 15V-246, 16V-643 or 17V-210, however the repair may not have been completed properly. A component within the door latches may break making the doors difficult to latch and/or leading the driver or a passenger to believe a door is securely closed when, in fact, it is not.
Riesgo
A door that is not securely latched could open while the vehicle is in motion, increasing the risk of injury to a vehicle occupant.
Solución
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the latch date codes to confirm if the repair was done correctly, and replace the side door latches if necessary, free of charge. Owners will also have the option to inspect their own vehicle's door latches and enter the date codes into a website to determine if the latches are correct. Owner notification letters were mailed on July 27, 2020. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20S30.
Cinturones de seguridad › Pretensioner · 27 may 2020

Campaña NHTSA 20V305000 · 1,616 vehículos

Problema
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.
Riesgo
In the event of a crash, the front driver and/or passenger seat belt pretensioners may not deploy, increasing the risk of injury.
Solución
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.
Visibilidad › Sun/Moon Roof Assembly · 8 may 2020

Campaña NHTSA 20V260000 · 5,088 vehículos

Problema
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.
Riesgo
If the panoramic roof panel separates from the vehicle while it is being driven, it may increase the risk of an injury or crash.
Solución
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.
Cerraduras y seguros › Doors › Latch · 6 sept 2016

Campaña NHTSA 16V643000 · 2,046,297 vehículos

Problema
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2012-2015 Ford Focus, 2013-2015 Ford Escape and Ford C-MAX, 2015 Lincoln MKC and Ford Mustang, and 2014-2016 Ford Transit Connect vehicles. A component within the door latches may break, preventing the doors from latching and/or leading the driver or a passenger to believe a door is securely closed when, in fact, it is not.
Riesgo
A door that is not securely latched could open while the vehicle is in motion, increasing the risk of injury to a vehicle occupant.
Solución
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the door latches with an improved part, free of charge. The recall began on January 27, 2017. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16S30.
Control de estabilidad (ESC) · 29 jun 2016

Campaña NHTSA 16V482000 · 1,895 vehículos

Problema
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2016 Transit Connect vehicles manufactured February 22, 2016, through June 16, 2016. The brake Hydraulic Control Unit (HCU) pump may be contaminated with metallic debris. As such, these vehicles fail to conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 126, "Electronic Stability Control Systems."
Riesgo
If the brake HCU pump is contaminated, the performance of the electronic stability control and related brake systems may degrade, increasing the risk of a crash.
Solución
Ford will notify owners and dealers will replace the brake HCU pump, free of charge. The recall began on August 22, 2016. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-800-392-3673. Ford's number for this recall is 16C10.
Consulta tu VIN en NHTSA (en inglés) ↗

No todos los Transit Connect 2016 están afectados: solo el VIN lo confirma.

Problemas reportados por propietarios

104Quejas ante la NHTSA desde 2015
1Con choque
1Con incendio
3Lesionados reportados
59,000 miMillaje típico de la falla
Sistema eléctrico14
Otro o desconocido13
Motor12
Estructura › Carrocería12
Tren motriz12
Dirección8
Visibility/Wiper8
Frenos8
Quejas recibidas por mes (últimos 24 meses con reportes)
22/09: 322/10: 122/11: 222/12: 123/02: 123/07: 123/08: 223/09: 323/12: 324/03: 124/04: 224/05: 224/09: 124/10: 124/12: 125/05: 125/07: 225/09: 125/10: 125/11: 226/02: 126/03: 126/06: 126/07: 122/0922/1223/0824/0324/0925/0525/1026/03máx. 3

Reportes sin verificar; los más vendidos acumulan más.

Lista para comprar un Ford Transit Connect 2016 usado

  1. Consulta el VIN en nhtsa.gov/recalls. 10 retiros en este año: pide comprobantes de reparación.
  2. Sistema eléctrico — 14 reportes de propietarios. Prueba todas las ventanas, seguros, luces, pantallas y puertos USB; revisa la antigüedad de la batería.
  3. Motor — 12 reportes de propietarios. Arranca el motor en frío, escucha si golpetea y fíjate en luces de advertencia o titubeos al acelerar.
  4. Estructura › Carrocería — 12 reportes de propietarios. Abre y cierra todas las puertas, el cofre y la cajuela; busca óxido o paneles desalineados.
  5. Millaje a vigilar. Los propietarios suelen reportar problemas alrededor de las 59,000 millas; pregunta qué se reparó cerca de ese punto.
  6. Antes de pagar: historial de servicio, reporte de antecedentes e inspección de un mecánico independiente.

Generado por DecodedCars a partir de retiros y quejas de propietarios ante la NHTSA para el Ford Transit Connect 2016. No sustituye una inspección profesional.

Otros años del Transit Connect

Comparar todos los años →
AñoMPG (mejor)LargoGeneralRetirosQuejas
Transit Connect 202326189.4 inSin calificar01
Transit Connect 202226189.4 inSin calificar16
Transit Connect 202126189.4 in★★★★★412
Transit Connect 202026189.4 inSin calificar832
Transit Connect 201926189.4 inSin calificar851
Transit Connect 201823189.4 in★★★★★622
Transit Connect 201723189.4 inSin calificar628
Transit Connect 201525189.4 inSin calificar1166
Transit Connect 201425189.4 inSin calificar15124
Transit Connect 201323181.1 inSin calificar425
Transit Connect 201223181.1 inSin calificar115
Transit Connect 201122181.1 inSin calificar112

Fuentes: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Sin afiliación con la NHTSA, la EPA ni Ford. Cómo lo calculamos →