Ford Fiesta recalls

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.

Fix: Update the vehicle software to the latest level.

• FIESTA: 1 vehicle · built 8 Mar 2019 to 8 Mar 2019
• FIESTA: 2 vehicles · built 30 Apr 2019 to 29 May 2019
• FIESTA: 1 vehicle · built 14 Jan 2020 to 14 Jan 2020

Affected vehicles may experience chafing between the fuel line support shield and the fuel line which could result in damage to the fuel line.

Fix: Replace the fuel line support shield (bracket). Inspect the fuel lines and rework if necessary.

26,004 vehicles · built 22 Dec 2021 to 11 Jul 2023

The front suspension lower ball joint bolt/nut may not be torqued correctly on a small number of Fiesta vehicles.

Fix: Affected vehicles need to be returned to a Ford Authorised Dealer to have the torque confirmed.

186 vehicles · built 2 Jan 2023 to 23 May 2023

Certain vehicles could have an engine oil separator that may have been damaged prior to engine assembly.

Fix: Inspect the engine oil separator and if found to be damaged and/or leaking a replacement engine oil separator must be installed

9,818 vehicles · built 13 Nov 2020 to 4 May 2022

Due to a production error the wiring harness for the crankshaft position sensor may not be secured correctly into position.

Fix: The crankshaft position sensor harness securing clip must be pushed into the vacant hole on the engine front cover.

692 vehicles · built 20 Apr 2021 to 8 Sep 2021

Vehicle seatbelts may have a defective low G locking mechanism.

Fix: Inspect the seat belt label for date range. If within suspect range exchange seat belt retractor.

1,528 vehicles · built 5 Feb 2021 to 24 Mar 2021

Out of specification steering column

Fix: Replace the steering column

90 vehicles · built 15 May 2019 to 17 Jun 2019

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

Fix: Affected bolts are to be torqued to specification.

15 vehicles · built 18 Sep 2019 to 25 Sep 2019

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.

Fix: 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.

4,757 vehicles · built 5 Dec 2017 to 20 Dec 2017

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.

Fix: Recall all affected vehicles to torque the right-hand side front seatbelt top anchor bolts to the correct specification.

15 vehicles · built 26 Feb 2016 to 26 Aug 2016

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.

Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and fit a new rear twist axle.

69 vehicles · built 5 Jul 2016 to 5 Jul 2016

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.

Fix: Replace the Glow Plug Control Module

41,304 vehicles · built 1 Jan 2012 to 29 Aug 2013

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.

Fix: Recheck those vehicles which may have had a suspect replacement fitted and replace module with correct waterproof version

10,265 vehicles · built 16 Apr 2010 to 21 Apr 2011

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.

Fix: 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.

9,257 vehicles · built 23 Sep 2014 to 11 Nov 2014

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.

Fix: Replace existing module with waterproof version

41,444 vehicles · built 1 Jan 2010 to 31 Dec 2011

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.

Fix: Fit replacement bolts of the correct specification.

889 vehicles · built 13 Sep 2011 to 23 Sep 2011

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.

Fix: Replace the brass plug with a steel plug of a new design.

5,857 vehicles

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.

Fix: Recalled vehicles will have the power steering drive belts checked and renewed should they be found to be within the affected batch.

7,000 vehicles · built 8 Oct 2007 to 7 Nov 2007

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.

Fix: 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.

496 vehicles · built 18 Aug 2006 to 8 Sep 2006

The fuel return pipe is not specification and will degrade. This could lead to seapage of fuel.

Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the fuel return pipe.

904 vehicles · built 14 Jul 2004 to 22 Feb 2005

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..

Fix: Check the production date code and replace the axle where found necessary.

1,311 vehicles · built 28 Aug 2002 to 3 Sep 2002

Air bag warning lamp may fail to illuminate continuously when a fault is identified in the front crash detectors.

Fix: Replace air bag control module with a later specification unit

11,352 vehicles · built 1 Aug 2001 to 18 Apr 2002

Possible loss of one braking circuit due to brake master cylinder failure

Fix: Affected vehicles are being recalled for checking and where necessary replacement of the brake master cylinder.

1,142 vehicles · built 30 Mar 1998 to 30 Sep 1998

The clutch system hydraulic hoses have been manufactured from a material which contains mineral oil. Since the clutch and brake systems share a common fluid reservoir fluid from the clutch system which has been contaminated by contact with the hoses may m

Fix: Recall the affected vehicles for the fitment of new seals to the brake master cylinder. At the same time the brake/clutch hydraulic systems will be purged of the original fluid and new clutch hoses will be fitted. In addition vehicles built prior

81,112 vehicles · built 1 Jul 1995 to 30 Jul 1996

1) Due to a defect in the clutch master cylinder the clutch may not disengage. 2) Water ingress to brake servo. 3) The front brake hoses may be incorrectly routed and could in some circumstances contact the retaining bracket nut. 4) Possible contamination

Fix: Recall the affected vehicles and:- 1) Check build date and replace clutch master cylinder where required. 2) Fit a water shield to the brake servo to protect the servo push rod. 3) Check the routing of the front brake hoses re-routing where required.

2,704 vehicles · built 1 Jul 1995 to 31 May 1996

The brake vacuum pump may cease to provide vacuum assistance. Should this occur greater brake pedal pressure would be needed and stopping distances may be increased.

Fix: The affected vehicles are being recalled to Ford dealers to have the brake pump manufacturing codes checked. Vacuum pumps within certain ranges will be replaced with new units. This campaign supersedes recall R1995/081 and includes all the vehicles alrea

56,864 vehicles

The stop light switch on a small number of the subject vehicles may not operate as intended. Should this occur the stop lights may fail to illuminate when the footbrake is applied.

Fix: Recall the affected vehicles for replacement of the stop light switch with a switch of the latest specification.

11,760 vehicles · built 3 Apr 1995 to 7 Apr 1995