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2019 Ford Transit Connect Brakes Problems

Complaints
20about this part
Share
38%of 52 total for the year
Median mileage
19,500miles
Trend
RisingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% higher than in the 3 years before.

NHTSA recorded 20 complaints about the brakes of the 2019 Ford Transit Connect, 38% of the 52 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 19,500 miles.

Example complaints

Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.

“anti-lock brake system failure (ABS). resulting in my driver side front and rear breaks being applied without applying the break pedal. while i was driving on the Garden State Parkway, my vehicle would abruptly slow down when i eased up on my gas pedal. this could have potentially caused a rear end collision by a driver behind me. I then exited the Highway. I also noticed a burning smell coming from my breakes.”

NHTSA complaint #11549283, filed 2023-10

“I am writing to report a serious safety concern with my 2019 Ford Transit Connect. The front right brakes are consistently gripping excessively, which generates significant heat and smoke. Despite replacing the rotor, calipers, and brake pads, the problem persists. After conducting a quick online search, I discovered that this issue appears to be common among Transit Connect owners. Some people are suggesting that it's an ABS Module issue, though I can't say definitively. …”

NHTSA complaint #11620107, filed 2024-10

“My van began with the brake sticking and it was not only the brake (with my van with only 34,000 miles on it) 2019 year, so I took it to Les Schwab to find out that it was a known default of the years of my van 2012 to 2019 that there have been countless replacement of the defect ABS Pump (costing me 2,000.00 to fix), and finding out that this same problem was where the did a recall on the 2016 Ford Transconnect Vans, but didn't honor other years even though it has been a known issue is many. This should have been a recall for my 2019, I barely even drive it.”

NHTSA complaint #11710535, filed 2026-01

“* What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? Left front brake. Vehicle is not yet repaired and available for inspection. * How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk? While driving on the highway at around 70 mph, the steering started shaking in a concerning matter. The vehicle seemed to decelerate quickly when lifting the foot off the gas pedal. Once I stopped I noticed that the left front brakes was extremely hot. The other brakes were fine. …”

NHTSA complaint #11518580, filed 2023-04

“1 Transmission: very harsh shift engagements up shift and downshifting. Harsh downshifting while cornering and approaching intersections made me concerned for my safety. Random slipping in mid gears 3,4, or 5, no DTC's for slipping or harsh engagements. Transmission currently has the DTC: P0772 Shift Solenoid E Stuck On. and is not drive able. Vehicle is in my driveway until I determine where to take it. I am concerned why my vehicle Vin isn't listed in the transmission recalls when I'm having the exact same problem as the recalled vehicles. 2 Brakes: February 2024 ABS Unit. …”

NHTSA complaint #11635748, filed 2025-01

Related service bulletins

Brakes: other model years

YearComplaintsShare of year
2021650%
2020619%
20192038%
2018627%
2017829%
20161716%
201512%
201339%
201128%
2010921%

Other parts of the 2019 Ford Transit Connect

Transmission and drivetrain
24 complaints
Other or unknown
6 complaints
Electrical system
5 complaints
Back-over prevention (rear camera)
4 complaints
Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
4 complaints
Air bags
2 complaints
Forward collision avoidance
2 complaints
Engine
1 complaints
Lane departure
1 complaints
Wheels
1 complaints

← All problems reported for the 2019 Ford Transit Connect

About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.

To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology