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2017 Affordable Aluminum Transit Connect

The 2017 Affordable Aluminum Transit Connect is a other, rated at 23 MPG combined by the EPA, with a 5-star NHTSA overall safety rating. NHTSA lists 6 recalls for this model year.

Combined MPG
23
NHTSA safety
Starting price
Recalls
6

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Full specifications

Identity

SRC · NHTSA vPIC
MakeAffordable Aluminum
ModelTransit Connect
Model year2017
Vehicle classOther

Engine & drivetrain

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
Displacement2.5 L
Cylinders4
TransmissionAutomatic (S6)
DrivetrainFront-Wheel Drive
FuelRegular Gasoline

Fuel economy

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
City MPG20
Highway MPG27
Combined MPG23
CO₂ tailpipe392 g/mi
EPA annual fuel cost$2700

Available configurations

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
Transit Connect Van 2WD23 MPG combined
Transit Connect Van FFV23 MPG combined
Transit Connect Wagon FFV22 MPG combined
Transit Connect Wagon FWD22 MPG combined
Transit Connect Wagon LWB FFV22 MPG combined
Transit Connect Wagon LWB FWD22 MPG combined

Fuel economy

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
City20 MPG
Highway27 MPG
Combined23 MPG

Efficiency vs class average

Transit Connect23 MPG
Class average22.8 MPG

About 1% more efficient than the Transit Connect's class average.

Est. monthly payment
$564/mo

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Amount financed
$28,800
Total interest
$5,010
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5-year fuel cost
$8,739

$1,748/yr · 12,000 mi/yr · $3.35/gal

Combined MPG23
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Safety ratings & recalls

SRC · NHTSA vPIC
Overall
Frontal crash
Side crash
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Recalls (6)

  • SEAT BELTS:FRONT20V305000 · 2020-05-27

    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.

    Remedy: 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.

  • VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY20V260000 · 2020-05-08

    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.

    Remedy: 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.

  • POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:GEAR POSITION INDICATION (PRNDL)21V376000 · 2021-05-24

    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.

    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.

  • POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:GEAR POSITION INDICATION (PRNDL)22V413000 · 2022-06-10

    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.

    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.

  • VISIBILITY:FIXED PANARAMIC ROOF/SKY LIGHT ASSEMBLY24V294000 · 2024-04-26

    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Transit Connect vehicles. An improper bond may exist between the panoramic roof and the vehicle body, which can result in the panel detaching from the vehicle.

    Remedy: Dealers will remove, clean, and reinstall the panoramic roof panel, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 4, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S29.

  • BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA25V572000 · 2025-09-04

    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.

    Remedy: 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.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the MPG of the 2017 Affordable Aluminum Transit Connect?

The 2017 Affordable Aluminum Transit Connect is EPA-rated at 23 MPG combined (20 city / 27 highway).

Is the 2017 Affordable Aluminum Transit Connect reliable?

NHTSA lists 6 recalls for the 2017 Affordable Aluminum Transit Connect. Recalls are repaired free of charge by the manufacturer — verify any open recalls by VIN before purchase.

How safe is the 2017 Affordable Aluminum Transit Connect?

The 2017 Affordable Aluminum Transit Connect earned a 5-star overall NHTSA safety rating, including 4 stars in the frontal crash test.

How much does it cost to fuel the 2017 Affordable Aluminum Transit Connect?

At 12,000 miles per year, the 2017 Affordable Aluminum Transit Connect costs roughly $1,748 per year to fuel, or about $8,739 over 5 years at current U.S. energy prices.

What type of vehicle is the 2017 Affordable Aluminum Transit Connect?

The 2017 Affordable Aluminum Transit Connect is classified as a other. Common rivals in this class are worth comparing on price, MPG, and safety.

Sources: NHTSA vPIC · EPA FuelEconomy · NHTSA vPIC