Ford Fiesta recalls

39 official safety recalls for the Ford Fiesta from NHTSA (United States), DVSA (United Kingdom) and the EU Safety Gate, newest first. Recall repairs are normally free at the maker’s dealers.

Whether your car is affected and still needs the repair depends on its VIN or registration. Check it on the official site for your country:

  1. Rearview camera image may fail

    Reported October 13, 2025Model years 2019NHTSA campaign 25V6950001,448,655 vehicles affected

    The rearview camera may show a distorted, intermittent or blank image in reverse, reducing the driver's view behind the vehicle and increasing crash risk. Dealers will inspect and replace the camera as necessary free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
    Defect
    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2019 Flex, 2015 Explorer, Lincoln MKT, Lincoln MKZ, 2015-2016 C-Max, Escape, Taurus, 2016 Fusion, 2018-2019 Taurus, 2019 Lincoln MKT, Fiesta, and 2020 Mustang vehicles. The rearview camera may display a distorted, intermittent, or blank image when the vehicle is in reverse.
    Consequence
    A rearview camera that fails to properly display an image can reduce the driver’s view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy
    Dealers will inspect and replace the rearview camera as necessary, free of charge. This will be a phased campaign, with the remedy becoming available in different phases based on model and model years. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed on October 25, 2025. Additional letters will be mailed once the final remedy is available on each phase. Mustang owner notification letters were mailed January 2, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25SA9. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on October 14, 2025.

  2. Rear-view camera may show a reduced view or stay on

    Reported September 8, 2025Model years 2019–2020DVSA recall R/2025/3591,006 vehicles affected

    A software problem may reduce the rear-view camera view or leave it on after reversing. The vehicle software will be updated.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    CrossCar: Sync3 Rear-View Camera Software Update
    Defect
    On affected vehicles a software problem may result in issues with the rear-view camera that reduce the driver’s view or with it remaining on after a reversing event.
    Remedy
    Update the vehicle software to the latest level.

  3. Fuel line may be damaged by chafing

    Reported March 19, 2025Model years 2021–2023DVSA recall R/2025/084137,530 vehicles affected

    The fuel line support shield may chafe against the fuel line and damage it. The shield will be replaced, and the fuel lines inspected and reworked if necessary.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    25S10 – Puma Fiesta Courier – Fuel line chafing
    Defect
    Affected vehicles may experience chafing between the fuel line support shield and the fuel line which could result in damage to the fuel line.
    Remedy
    Replace the fuel line support shield (bracket). Inspect the fuel lines and rework if necessary.

  4. Rearview camera may show a blank or distorted image

    Reported December 20, 2024Model years 2019NHTSA campaign 24V95100030,715 vehicles affected

    The rearview camera may intermittently show a blank or distorted image, reducing the driver's view behind the vehicle and increasing crash risk. Dealers will replace the camera as necessary free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
    Defect
    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2019 Flex, Fiesta, and Lincoln MKT vehicles. The rearview camera may intermittently display a blank or distorted image.
    Consequence
    A rearview camera that displays a blank or distorted image can reduce the drivers view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy
    Dealers will replace the rearview camera as necessary, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed January 22, 2025. A second notice will be sent once the final remedy is available, anticipated March 2027. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S75.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or go to nhtsa.gov.

  5. Diesel particulate filter may crack

    Reported December 19, 2024Model years 2015–2017DVSA recall R/2025/094213,392 vehicles affected

    The diesel particulate filter may crack. The software will be updated to prevent cracking, and filters already cracked will be tested and replaced.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    X-Car Powertain Control Module (PCM) Software Update
    Defect
    Affected vehicles may develop a crack in the Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF).
    Remedy
    Update software to prevent a cracked DPF. Test and replace DPFs that are already cracked.

  6. Door latch component may break

    Reported November 17, 2023Model years 2015NHTSA campaign 23V77500045,173 vehicles affected

    A component inside the door latch may break, making the door difficult to latch or allowing it to open while driving, increasing the risk of a crash or injury. Dealers will inspect the latch date codes and, if needed, replace all four side door latches free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
    Defect
    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015 Fiesta, 2016 Fusion, and 2016 Lincoln MKZ vehicles sold, or ever registered in Alabama, Arkansas, Arizona, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, New Mexico, Nevada, Oklahoma, Oregon, South Carolina, Texas, Utah, Washington, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan), and the U.S. Virgin Islands. A component inside the door latches may break, which can make it difficult to latch or possibly allow the doors to open while driving.
    Consequence
    Vehicle doors opening unexpectedly while driving can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
    Remedy
    Dealers will inspect the door latch date codes and if necessary, replace all four side door latches, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 20, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20S15. This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recall number 20V-177.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

  7. Speedometer may show incorrect maximum speed

    Reported September 27, 2023Model years 2022–2023DVSA recall R/2023/27421 vehicles affected

    An incorrect instrument cluster may cause the speedometer to display the wrong maximum vehicle speed. The instrument cluster will be replaced.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    On the affected vehicles an incorrect Instrument Cluster has been fitted. This results in the speedometer not correctly displaying the maximum vehicle speed.
    Defect
    On the affected vehicles an incorrect Instrument Cluster has been fitted. This results in the speedometer not correctly displaying the maximum vehicle speed.�
    Remedy
    Affected vehicles will have the instrument cluster exchanged.��

  8. Front suspension ball joint fastener may be loose

    Reported June 28, 2023Model years 2023DVSA recall R/2023/189186 vehicles affected

    The front suspension lower ball joint bolt or nut may not be tightened to the correct torque. An authorised dealer will confirm the torque.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    The front suspension lower ball joint bolt/nut may not be torqued correctly on a small number of Fiesta vehicles.
    Defect
    The front suspension lower ball joint bolt/nut may not be torqued correctly on a small number of Fiesta vehicles.
    Remedy
    Affected vehicles need to be returned to a Ford Authorised Dealer to have the torque confirmed.

  9. Engine oil may leak

    Reported June 17, 2022EU Safety Gate A12/00942/23

    Oil may leak onto or under the engine, increasing the risk of skidding for other road users and of fire in the engine compartment. The product is recalled from end users.

    Official EU Safety Gate text
    Component
    Fire, Injuries
    Defect
    Oil can leak onto or under the engine, increasing the risk of skidding for other road users, and/or fire in the engine compartment. The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
    Remedy
    Recall of the product from end users
    Notes
    Notified by France

  10. Engine oil separator may be damaged

    Reported April 8, 2022Model years 2020–2022DVSA recall R/2022/17139,272 vehicles affected

    The engine oil separator may have been damaged before engine assembly. It will be inspected and replaced if damaged or leaking.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    THE RIGHT-HAND ENGINE OIL SEPERATOR MAY HAVE BEEN DAMAGED PRIOR TO ENGINE ASSEMBLY.
    Defect
    Certain vehicles could have an engine oil separator that may have been damaged prior to engine assembly.
    Remedy
    Inspect the engine oil separator and if found to be damaged and/or leaking a replacement engine oil separator must be installed

  11. Crankshaft sensor harness clip may be unsecured

    Reported October 27, 2021Model years 2021DVSA recall R/2021/348692 vehicles affected

    The crankshaft position sensor wiring harness may not be secured correctly. Its securing clip will be pushed into the vacant hole on the engine front cover.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    THE WIRING HARNESS FOR THE CRANKSHAFT POSITION SENSOR MAY NOT BE SECURED CORRECTLY INTO POSITION
    Defect
    Due to a production error the wiring harness for the crankshaft position sensor may not be secured correctly into position.
    Remedy
    The crankshaft position sensor harness securing clip must be pushed into the vacant hole on the engine front cover.

  12. Seat belt locking mechanism may be defective

    Reported April 14, 2021Model years 2021DVSA recall R/2021/1233,056 vehicles affected

    A seat belt may have a defective low G locking mechanism. The belt label will be checked and the retractor exchanged if it is within the suspect range.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    VEHICLE SEATBELTS MAY HAVE A DEFECTIVE LOW G LOCKING MECHANISM
    Defect
    Vehicle seatbelts may have a defective low G locking mechanism.
    Remedy
    Inspect the seat belt label for date range. If within suspect range exchange seat belt retractor.

  13. MHEV battery connections may loosen

    Reported January 18, 2021Model years 2020DVSA recall R/2021/008302 vehicles affected

    The 48 volt battery connections may become loose. The remedy is to inspect them and check their torque.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    THE MHEV BATTERY CONNECTIONS MAY BECOME LOOSE
    Defect
    There is a potential that the vehicle's MHEV battery connections may become loose.
    Remedy
    Inspect and check torque on 48 volt battery cable connections

  14. Door latch component may break

    Reported June 8, 2020Model years 2011–2014NHTSA campaign 20V3310002,147,323 vehicles affected

    A component in the door latch may break, making a door difficult to latch or seem secure when it is not. An unlatched door could open while driving. Dealers will check latch date codes and replace latches if needed, free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
    Defect
    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.
    Consequence
    A door that is not securely latched could open while the vehicle is in motion, increasing the risk of injury to a vehicle occupant.
    Remedy
    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.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

  15. Door latch component may break

    Reported March 23, 2020Model years 2014–2015NHTSA campaign 20V177000288,110 vehicles affected

    A door latch component may break, making a door difficult to latch or seem closed when it is not. A door could open while driving, increasing injury risk. Dealers will replace the side door latches, free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
    Defect
    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2014-2015 Fiesta, 2014-2016 Fusion and Lincoln MKZ vehicles sold, or ever registered in Alabama, Arkansas, Arizona, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, New Mexico, Nevada, Oklahoma, Oregon, South Carolina, Texas, Utah, Washington, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan), and the U.S. Virgin Islands. 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.
    Consequence
    A door that is not securely latched could open while the vehicle is in motion, increasing the risk of injury to a vehicle occupant.
    Remedy
    Ford will notify owners, and Ford or Lincoln dealers will replace the side door latches, free of charge. The recall began September 21, 2020. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20S15.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

  16. Steering column may be out of specification

    Reported January 8, 2020Model years 2019DVSA recall R/2019/426EU Safety Gate A12/00018/2090 vehicles affected

    The steering column may be out of specification. It will be replaced.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    OUT OF SPECIFICATION STEERING COLUMN
    Defect
    Out of specification steering column
    Remedy
    Replace the steering column

  17. Rear seat and belt bolts may be loose

    Reported December 19, 2019Model years 2019DVSA recall R/2019/410EU Safety Gate A12/00050/2015 vehicles affected

    Rear seat latches and centre seat belt retractor bolts may not be tightened to specification. The bolts will be tightened to specification.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    REAR SEAT LATCHES AND CENTRE SEAT BELT RETRACTOR BOLTS MAY NOT BE TIGHTENED TO SPECIFICATION
    Defect
    Rear seat latches and centre seat belt retractor bolts may not be tightened to specification.
    Remedy
    Affected bolts are to be torqued to specification.

  18. Brake caliper seals may swell

    Reported August 28, 2019Model years 2019NHTSA campaign 19V6290002,624 vehicles affected

    Incorrect assembly fluid may cause the brake caliper seals to swell, making the brakes drag and potentially overheat, which increases crash risk. Dealers will flush the brake fluid and replace the front calipers and brake hoses, free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER
    Defect
    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2019 Fiesta vehicles. The brake calipers may have been manufactured with the incorrect assembly fluid, which can cause the caliper's rubber seals to swell.
    Consequence
    The swollen seals can cause the brakes to drag, potentially overheating the brakes and increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy
    Ford will notify owners, and dealers will flush the brake fluid and replace the front brake calipers and brake hoses, free of charge. The recall began October 10, 2019. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 19S27.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

  19. Brake servo may lose assistance

    Reported March 15, 2018Model years 2017DVSA recall R/2018/039EU Safety Gate A12/0422/184,757 vehicles affected

    A faulty brake booster diaphragm plate may cause loss of brake servo assistance. The affected brake booster will be removed and replaced.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    BRAKE SERVO MAY FAIL
    Defect
    Affected vehicles may have been fitted with a brake booster which may have a faulty diaphragm plate. This could lead to a loss of brake servo assistance.
    Remedy
    An affected brake booster can be identified by its date of manufacture. This can be found on a label on the brake booster. An affected brake booster must be removed and replaced a new one.

  20. Engine cylinder head may crack

    Reported January 8, 2018Model years 2010–2014DVSA recall R/2018/00860,912 vehicles affected

    Local overheating may crack the cylinder head, causing a pressurised oil leak that could lead to an engine compartment fire. The remedy is to inspect the engine and cooling system, replace affected components, and fit a coolant level sensor with warning software.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    THE ENGINE CYLINDER HEAD MAY CRACK
    Defect
    Localized overheating of the engine cylinder head may cause the cylinder head to crack.This may cause a pressurized oil leak which in extreme circumstances could result in a fire in the engine compartment.
    Remedy
    On affected vehicles Inspect engine and cooling system. Replace affected components and fit a Coolant Level Sensor along with associated software to provide and audible and visual warning to the driver.

  21. Door latch component may break

    Reported March 27, 2017Model years 2014NHTSA campaign 17V210000191,432 vehicles affected

    A component in the door latch may break, making the door difficult to latch or seem closed when it is not. An unsecured door could open while driving and increase injury risk. Dealers will replace all four door latches free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
    Defect
    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2014 Ford Fiesta, 2013-2014 Ford Fusion and 2013-2014 Lincoln MKZ vehicles. 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.
    Consequence
    A door that is not securely latched could open while the vehicle is in motion, increasing the risk of injury to a vehicle occupant.
    Remedy
    Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace all four door latches, free of charge. The recall began May 1, 2017. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 15S16.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

  22. Engine cylinder head may overheat and crack

    Reported March 27, 2017Model years 2014–2015NHTSA campaign 17V209000208,584 vehicles affected

    Driving with insufficient coolant may cause the cylinder head to overheat, crack and leak oil. Oil contacting a hot engine or exhaust component may increase fire risk. Dealers will install a coolant level sensor and supporting hardware and software free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
    Defect
    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2014 Escape, 2014-2015 Fiesta ST, 2013-2014 Fusion and 2013-2015 Transit Connect vehicles equipped with 1.6L GTDI engines. If the vehicle is started and driven with an insufficient level of coolant within the engine cooling system, the engine cylinder head may overheat, crack and leak oil.
    Consequence
    If the cylinder head cracks and leaks oil, the oil may contact a hot engine or exhaust component, increasing the risk of a fire.
    Remedy
    Ford will notify owners, and dealers will install a coolant level sensor and the supporting hardware and software, free of charge. Interim notices informing owners of the safety risk were mailed April 21, 2017. The recall began on January 5, 2018. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 17S09.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

  23. Front seatbelt anchor bolt may be too loose

    Reported October 27, 2016Model years 2016DVSA recall R/2016/23915 vehicles affected

    The right-hand front seatbelt top anchor bolt may not be tightened to specification, so its mounting may not perform as intended in a collision. The bolt will be tightened to the correct specification.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    SEAT BELT ANCHOR BOLT SECURITY
    Defect
    It has been identified that during production a small number of Fiesta's may not have had the right-hand side front seatbelt top anchor bolt tightened to the correct specification. This may result in the mounting not performing as intended if the vehicle is involved in a collision.
    Remedy
    Recall all affected vehicles to torque the right-hand side front seatbelt top anchor bolts to the correct specification.

  24. Rear axle may detach

    Reported October 14, 2016Model years 2016DVSA recall R/2016/231EU Safety Gate A12/1403/1669 vehicles affected

    Inadequate welding on a rear axle side arm bush housing may allow the twist beam to detach from the vehicle. A new rear twist axle will be fitted.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    REAR AXLE MAY DETACH
    Defect
    There may not be adequate welding on one of the rear axle side arm bush housings. Therefore it is possible for the twist beam to become detached from the vehicle.
    Remedy
    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and fit a new rear twist axle.

  25. Glow plug control module may overheat and cause a fire

    Reported September 1, 2016Model years 2012–2013DVSA recall R/2016/187EU Safety Gate A12/1109/1641,304 vehicles affected

    Water may enter the glow plug control module and cause it to overheat, potentially causing a fire, including when the vehicle is unattended. The module will be replaced.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    FIRE MAY OCCUR
    Defect
    The Glow Plug Control Module (GPCM) can be affected by wet conditions. It is not waterproof and water ingress into the module may cause overheating with the potential to result in a fire. As the GPCM has a permanent electrical live feed there is also a potential risk of an unattended vehicle fire.
    Remedy
    Replace the Glow Plug Control Module

  26. Door latch component may break

    Reported April 24, 2015Model years 2011–2014NHTSA campaign 15V246000456,440 vehicles affected

    A component in a door latch may break, making the door difficult to latch or seem securely closed when it is not. An unlatched door could open while driving, increasing injury risk. Dealers will replace all four door latches with an improved part free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
    Defect
    Ford Motor Company (Ford) notified the agency on April 23, 2015, that they are recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Ford Fusion and Lincoln MKZ vehicles manufactured July 1, 2012, to May 31, 2013, and 2012-2014 Fiesta vehicles manufactured February 1, 2012, to May 31, 2013. On April 30, 2015, Ford expanded the recall to cover an additional 119,567 vehicles, including certain model year 2011 Ford Fiestas manufactured from November 11, 2009, to May 31, 2013 and certain model year 2013 Ford Fusion and Lincoln MKZ vehicles manufactured from February 1, 2012, to June 30, 2012. 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.
    Consequence
    A door that is not securely latched could open while the vehicle is in motion, increasing the risk of injury to a vehicle occupant.
    Remedy
    Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace all four door latches with an improved part, free of charge. Interim notifications were mailed to owners on June 5, 2015. The recall began on December 18, 2015. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 15S16.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

  27. Glow plug module may overheat and catch fire

    Reported March 4, 2015Model years 2010–2011DVSA recall R/2015/03310,265 vehicles affected

    Water may enter a replacement glow plug control module that is not waterproof, causing it to overheat and potentially start a fire, including when the vehicle is unattended. Suspect modules will be checked and replaced with the correct waterproof version.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    RELAY MAY OVERHEAT AND CATCH FIRE
    Defect
    On affected vehicles the diesel engine Glow Plug Control Module previously repalced under Recall R/2014102 may not be not waterproof and water ingress into the module may cause overheating with the potential to result in a fire. As the GPCM has a permanent electrical live feed there is also a potential risk of an unattended vehicle fire.
    Remedy
    Recheck those vehicles which may have had a suspect replacement fitted and replace module with correct waterproof version

  28. Rear seat belt buckle may fail in a crash

    Reported January 16, 2015Model years 2014DVSA recall R/2015/008EU Safety Gate A12/0104/159,257 vehicles affected

    A defective rear seat belt buckle may fail in a frontal impact, leaving an occupant unrestrained. The buckles will be checked and defective ones replaced.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    REAR SEAT BELT BUCKLE LATCH MAY FAIL
    Defect
    The rear seat belt buckle (catch) could be defective. In the event of a frontal impact a defective buckle could fail causing the rear seat occupant to be unrestrained by the seat belt.
    Remedy
    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to check the rear seat belt buckles and if found to be part of the defective batch new buckles will be fitted.

  29. Fuel pump may fail

    Reported January 9, 2015Model years 2014–2015NHTSA campaign 15V00500054,543 vehicles affected

    Improper nickel plating may cause the fuel pump to fail, making the vehicle stall without warning and increasing crash risk. Dealers will replace the fuel pump free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
    Defect
    Ford Motor Company (Ford) notified the agency on January 8, 2015, that they are recalling certain model year 2014 Ford Escape vehicles manufactured April 15, 2014, to May 8, 2014, and 2015 Lincoln MKC vehicles manufactured April 21, 2014, to May 15, 2014. On April 30, 2015, Ford expanded the recall to cover an additional 45,505 vehicles, including certain model year 2014-2015 Ford Transit Connect vehicles manufactured November 11, 2013, to August 29, 2014, 2014-2015 Ford Fiesta vehicles manufactured April 10, 2014, to June 17, 2014 and 2014 Ford Edge vehicles manufactured April 30, 2014, to May 21, 2014. Improper nickel plating of components within the fuel pump may result in the fuel pump failing.
    Consequence
    If the fuel pump fails, the vehicle may stall without warning, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy
    Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. The recall began on February 27, 2015. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 14S30.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

  30. Glow plug control module may overheat

    Reported November 5, 2014Model years 2010–2011DVSA recall R/2014/10241,444 vehicles affected

    Water may enter the glow plug control module and cause it to overheat, creating a fire risk, including when the vehicle is unattended. The remedy is to replace it with a waterproof module.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    POSSIBLE RISK OF FIRE
    Defect
    On affected vehicles the diesel engine Glow Plug Control Module can be affected by wet conditions. The GPCM is not waterproof and water ingress into the module may cause overheating with the potential to result in a fire. As the GPCM has a permanent electrical live feed there is also a potential risk of an unattended vehicle fire.
    Remedy
    Replace existing module with waterproof version

  31. Fuel tank may leak

    Reported July 2, 2014Model years 2014NHTSA campaign 14V402000175 vehicles affected

    A manufacturing error may cause the fuel tank to leak. Fuel leaking near an ignition source increases fire risk. Dealers will replace the fuel tank, free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE
    Defect
    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2014 Ford Fiesta vehicles manufactured October 25, 2013, to February 27, 2014. Due to a manufacturing error, the fuel tank may leak.
    Consequence
    A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
    Remedy
    Ford has notified the affected owners. Dealers will replace the fuel tank, free of charge. The recall began on July 14, 2014. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-800-392-3673. Ford's number for this recall is 14S12.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

  32. Passenger curtain airbag may be suppressed

    Reported October 5, 2012Model years 2011–2013NHTSA campaign 12V488000154,471 vehicles affected

    The passenger-side curtain airbag will not deploy in a side impact when the front passenger seat is empty, leaving the right rear occupant without its coverage and increasing injury risk. Dealers will reprogram the software free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    AIR BAGS
    Defect
    Ford is recalling certain model year 2011-2013 Fiesta vehicles, manufactured from November 3, 2009 through September 21, 2012. The vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 208, "Occupant Crash Protection." The passenger side curtain air bag will not deploy in the event of a side impact collision when the front passenger seat is empty. Although the side curtain air bag system was designed to suppress the side curtain air bag under this scenario, that information is not explained in the owner's guide for these vehicles as required by FMVSS No. 208.
    Consequence
    An occupant in the right rear seating position will not have coverage from the side curtain air bag in a side impact collision when the front passenger seat is empty, increasing the risk of injury to the right rear occupant.
    Remedy
    Ford will notify owners and dealers will reprogram the vehicle's software free of charge so that it no longer suppresses the passenger side curtain air bag when the front passenger seat is empty, and consistent with the description in the owner's guide. The safety recall began on October 26, 2012. Owner's may contact Ford at 1-866-436-7332.
    Notes
    Ford's recall campaign number is 12C26.Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

  33. Rear axle mounting bolt heads may shear

    Reported February 28, 2012Model years 2011DVSA recall R/2012/0121,778 vehicles affected

    A rear axle mounting bolt may shear at the head, reducing the axle’s retention. The bolts will be replaced with ones of the correct specification.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    REAR SUSPENSION BOLTS MAY FAIL
    Defect
    Vehicles may have rear axle mounting bolts that do not meet the required specification. It is possible that the head of the bolt may shear and result in reduced retention of the rear axle.
    Remedy
    Fit replacement bolts of the correct specification.

  34. Exhaust plug may work loose

    Reported December 12, 2011DVSA recall R/2011/1585,857 vehicles affected

    The exhaust blanking plug may work loose and leave an opening. Hot gases could melt the cooling fan moulding, creating a risk of fire in the engine compartment. The plug will be replaced with a new steel design.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    FUMES MAY ENTER THE PASSENGER COMPARTMENT
    Defect
    Blanking plug on the exhaust may not retain the correct tightness. In rare cases it is possible that the plug may work out completely leaving an open hole in the exhaust system. The hot gases may be hot enough to melt the plastic of the engine cooling fan moulding. Although no cases have been reported there is a risk of fire in the engine compartment.
    Remedy
    Replace the brass plug with a steel plug of a new design.

  35. Power steering drive belt may fail

    Reported November 28, 2007Model years 2007DVSA recall R/2007/16721,000 vehicles affected

    The power steering pump drive belt may delaminate and fail, causing loss of steering assistance. The belt will be checked and replaced if it is from the affected batch.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    POWER STEERING MAY BE LOST
    Defect
    It has been identified that the power steering pump drive belts could de-laminate and fail. Should this occur drive to the power steering pump would be lost likewise the assistance to the steering.
    Remedy
    Recalled vehicles will have the power steering drive belts checked and renewed should they be found to be within the affected batch.

  36. Steering column joint may be damaged

    Reported August 6, 2007Model years 2006DVSA recall R/2007/105992 vehicles affected

    Damage to the steering column's upper universal joint may cause loss of steering control. The joint will be inspected and the steering column assembly replaced if damage is found.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    POTENTIAL LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL
    Defect
    It has been identified that a small number of Fiesta and Fusion vehicles may have been built with a steering column which may have suffered damage by inappropriate handling prior to vehicle production. In rare cases there may be damage to the column upper universal joint which could result in loss of steering control.
    Remedy
    Recalled vehicles will have the steering column universal joint inspected for signs of damage. If damage is found the steering column assembly will be replaced.

  37. Fuel return pipe may leak

    Reported April 11, 2005Model years 2004–2005DVSA recall R/2005/0261,808 vehicles affected

    A fuel return pipe that does not meet specification may degrade and allow fuel to seep. The pipe will be replaced.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    FUEL RETURN PIPE LEAK
    Defect
    The fuel return pipe is not specification and will degrade. This could lead to seapage of fuel.
    Remedy
    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the fuel return pipe.

  38. Rear axle weld may be out of specification

    Reported March 7, 2003Model years 2002DVSA recall R/2003/0382,622 vehicles affected

    The weld securing the brake mounting plate to the rear axle may be out of specification. The production date code will be checked, and the axle replaced if necessary.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    WELD SEAM ON REAR AXLE IS NOT TO SPECIFICATION
    Defect
    The weld seam securing the brake unit mounting plate to the rear axle may not be to specification on a small number of vehicles within the affected range..
    Remedy
    Check the production date code and replace the axle where found necessary.

  39. Airbag warning lamp may not stay lit for a fault

    Reported August 12, 2002Model years 2001–2002DVSA recall R/2002/11011,352 vehicles affected

    The airbag warning lamp may not stay illuminated when a fault is detected in the front crash detectors. The airbag control module will be replaced with a later specification unit.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    AIR BAG WARNING LAMP
    Defect
    Air bag warning lamp may fail to illuminate continuously when a fault is identified in the front crash detectors.
    Remedy
    Replace air bag control module with a later specification unit

Sources: NHTSA (US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration), DVSA (UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency) and the EU Safety Gate (European Commission) recall data. Each recall covers vehicles sold in that market; models sold elsewhere may differ.

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