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We have a limited number of reviews for the 2012 Transit Connect, so we've included reviews for other years of the Transit Connect since its last redesign.
Work Van- Not very nice, I would hate it if I had paid for it!
dalebass3, 04/03/2013
2010 Ford Transit Connect Cargo Van XLT 4dr Minivan w/Side & Rear Glass (2.0L 4cyl 4A)
28 of 31 people found this review helpful
Wheel bearings went out at 50,000! All but one hubcap has come off. Power windows have stopped working. Driver side door does not unlock with the key fob. Fuel tank is tiny, I need to fill up every other day. Ride is so loud I can't even use the blue tooth. Overall this car has a lot of issues. It is free for me to drive so that makes up for it some, but if I had paid my own money for this I would be mad.
Used it for a camper van and was PERFECT
024728, 04/15/2020
2010 Ford Transit Connect Cargo Van XLT 4dr Minivan w/Side & Rear Glass (2.0L 4cyl 4A)
14 of 15 people found this review helpful
I bought it used with 144k miles to convert into a tiny camper van. A little worried about reliability, but throughout the time I owned it, I had hardly any issues. At 211,000 miles, it was still going strong but I sold it to someone who wanted to continue to take it on adventures since I really had no use for it anymore. Throughout my ownership, the only things I had to do was stuff that would happen to any car - new brakes, new wheel bearings, and new tires. The only thing I had actually go wrong with it was the water pump failed right around 200k miles, but it was a cheap $200 fix. As other reviews said, the hubcaps do fall off really easily, and the TPMS light is super sensitive, but I just drove without hubcaps and kept an eye on the tire pressures. Another issue I had was the underbody was rusting pretty bad by the time I sold it, but it was also primarily used in Michigan, so the salted winter roads definitely were a major contribution to that. For a van, it drives great. Handling is way more like a car than a van and was very easy to navigate through cities. The visibility is amazing! The windshield is huge and so are the side windows. The blind spots are minimal. It's no speed demon, but it gets up to speed appropriately. You can fit a whole bed, sink, fridge, and way more in the back. You'd be surprised at how much it can fit. Overall, I would highly recommend it, and I truly miss it, which is weird to say about a van. If I ever need another camper van, I'll definitely be looking to a Transit Connect.
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Mini Van Make Over
JackSpranto, 09/07/2009
2010 Ford Transit Connect Cargo Van XLT 4dr Minivan w/Rear Glass (2.0L 4cyl 4A)
18 of 20 people found this review helpful
I and my coworker test-drove this vehicles because our company tried to purchase 2 of them to replace our current Ford 250s. We are afraid that this vehicle may not handle in the winter season because the chassis is way too low than what we expected. The cargo space is too little after you install the cabins, is very hard to get in from side doors.
Brakes continue to be an issue
deegers, 06/15/2013
2010 Ford Transit Connect Cargo Van XLT 4dr Minivan w/o Side & Rear Glass (2.0L 4cyl 4A)
24 of 28 people found this review helpful
I just turned over 17,000 miles on my 2010 Transit. and, I just got my 4th front brake job. I am averaging between 4k--4.5k for each brake replacement. I can't believe that there are not there aren't other reviews here bringing attention to this matter. I know several other Transit owners ( we are all dog walkers), all with the same exact problem. What gives? Its a great van otherwise, perfect for the job. I would love to continue with these vans, but it doesn't make sense.
can't understand possitive reviews
hatethislemon, 12/13/2011
2010 Ford Transit Connect Cargo Van XL 4dr Minivan w/Rear Glass (2.0L 4cyl 4A)
23 of 27 people found this review helpful
I've had this for a little over a year. The body of this van has started shaking at 45mph and faster. Reviews from Europe say this is caused by the drive shaft or the CV. I've had it into Bay State Ford, South Easton, Ma, and they claim that it isn't shaking. Ford Motor Co. says the mechanic is an expert and if they say it doesn't shake then it doesn't shake. If I take out another Ford mechanic he is going to be holding a cup of hot coffee.