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Ford Mondeo recalls

DVSA has published 31 safety recalls that name the Ford Mondeo since 1994, 5 of them since 2020. Between them they cover at least 1,216,864 UK vehicles of this model.

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  1. FOCUS, GALAXY, KUGA, MONDEO, PUMA, S-MAX · multi vehicle line (mvl): telecommunications control module (tcu) loss of function software update

    5 May 2026 · R/2026/181

    Affected vehicles may experience a loss of emergency call system (eCall) functionality which impacts both automatic and manual eCall events.

    Fix: Update the Telematics Control Unit software to the latest level.

    13 vehicles · built 14 Nov 2019 to 12 Nov 2020

  2. ECOSPORT, EDGE, EXPLORER, FIESTA, FOCUS, GALAXY, KUGA, MONDEO, MUSTANG, PUMA, RANGER, TOURNEO CUSTOM, TRANSIT, TRANSIT COURIER, TRANSIT CUSTOM · crosscar: sync3 rear-view camera software update

    8 Sep 2025 · R/2025/359

    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.

    1 vehicle · built 20 Sep 2019 to 20 Sep 2019

  3. B-MAX, CMAX, ECOSPORT, FIESTA MCA, FOCUS, FOCUS (SDPF), FOCUS MCA, GALAXY, KUGA, MONDEO, S-MAX, TRANSIT COURIER, TRANSIT CUSTOM · x-car powertain control module (pcm) software update

    19 Dec 2024 · R/2025/094

    Affected vehicles may develop a crack in the Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF).

    Fix: Update software to prevent a cracked DPF. Test and replace DPFs that are already cracked.

    • MONDEO: 336 vehicles · built 18 Jan 2019 to 14 Mar 2019
    • MONDEO: 518 vehicles · built 11 Jun 2019 to 30 Oct 2019
    • MONDEO: 569 vehicles · built 21 Jul 2020 to 31 Mar 2021
    • MONDEO: 201 vehicles · built 13 May 2021 to 17 Feb 2022
    • MONDEO: 622 vehicles · built 31 May 2019 to 31 Jul 2019
    • MONDEO: 1,017 vehicles · built 10 Jul 2019 to 6 Oct 2020
    • MONDEO: 269 vehicles · built 20 Mar 2019 to 30 May 2019
  4. EDGE, GALAXY, MONDEO, S-MAX · brake hose leak

    23 May 2024 · R/2026/076

    On affected vehicles there is the possibility of the front brake hoses leaking.

    Fix: Replace both front brake hoses and modify the hose routing and ride height sensor if necessary.

    • MONDEO: 18,976 vehicles · built 14 Aug 2014 to 8 Jul 2017
    • MONDEO: 30 vehicles · built 19 May 2014 to 14 Dec 2016
  5. GALAXY, MONDEO, S-MAX · takata air bag inflator may rupture on deployment

    30 Oct 2020 · R/2020/013

    Drivers airbag may not deploy correctly

    Fix: Replace Driver air bag assembly

    219,738 vehicles · built 6 Feb 2007 to 28 Feb 2017

  6. GALAXY, MONDEO, S-MAX · potential battery acid leakage around negative terminal

    29 Aug 2019 · R/2019/212

    Possible thermal incident within the battery monitor sensor wiring

    Fix: Install a fused jumper loom into the battery monitor sensor wiring

    56,154 vehicles · built 13 Feb 2014 to 11 Feb 2019

  7. GALAXY, MONDEO, S-MAX · overheating of the engine cylinder head may cause the cylinder head to crack

    14 Jun 2019 · R/2019/020

    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.

    Fix: A coolant level sensor needs to be fitted to provide an audible and visual warning to the customer and in extreme circumstances reduce the engine power.

    4,026 vehicles · built 2 Jun 2010 to 20 Dec 2014

  8. C-MAX, FOCUS, GALAXY, KUGA, MONDEO, S-MAX · vehicle could suffer clutch pressure plate fracture

    22 Feb 2019 · R/2018/351

    A number of vehicles fitted with a 1.0 1.5 or 1.6 Ecoboost engine and 6-speed manual transmission could suffer clutch pressure plate fracture. This results in clutch smell reduced vehicle speed and performance. In the unlikely event of clutch pressure plate fracture a noise (thud / bang) could be heard from the vicinity of the transmission in extreme cases resulting in clutch / transmission fragments being released and striking under hood components creating a risk of smoke and fire from the under hood area.

    Fix: To prevent the repeated heating /cooling events a new calibration has been developed for vehicles fitted with Engine Stop Start feature. The software with the additional feature sets the Instrument panel �Wrench light� and de-rates the engine performance if prolonged clutch slip is detected. The software feature includes a drive cycle strategy for latching the wrench light and engine performance de-rate if the customer should experience repeated clutch slip events. For vehicles that do not have Engine Stop Start feature an alternative clutch kit has been released.

    66,497 vehicles · built 30 Jun 2016 to 30 May 2018

  9. MONDEO · the tilt/slide roof opening panel glass s not correctly bonded to its mounting

    19 Dec 2018 · R/2018/257

    Tilt/slide roof opening panel glass is not correctly bonded to its mounting.

    Fix: Install a new roof opening glass panel on affected vehicles.

    11 vehicles · built 22 Aug 2017 to 14 Dec 2017

  10. EDGE, GALAXY, MONDEO, S-MAX · possible low torque condition with the air conditioning clutch fastener

    7 Nov 2018 · R/2018/213

    A/C Compressor pulley may become detached.

    Fix: On affected vehicles fit a new A/C compressor clutch pulley.

    3,021 vehicles · built 1 Sep 2014 to 20 Apr 2018

  11. C-MAX, FOCUS, GALAXY, KUGA, MONDEO, S-MAX · clutch pressure plate may fracture

    16 Jul 2018 · R/2018/082

    Affected vehicles fitted with a 1.0 1.5 or 1.6 Ecoboost engine and 6-speed manual transmission could suffer clutch pressure plate fracture. This results in clutch smell reduced vehicle speed and performance. In the unlikely event of clutch pressure plate fracture a noise (thud / bang) could be heard from the vicinity of the transmission in extreme cases resulting in clutch / transmission fragments being released and striking under hood components creating a risk of smoke and fire from the under hood area.

    Fix: To prevent the repeated heating /cooling events a new calibration has been developed for vehicles fitted with Engine Stop Start feature. The software with the additional feature sets the Instrument panel �Wrench light� and de-rates the engine performance if prolonged clutch slip is detected. The software feature includes a drive cycle strategy for latching the wrench light and engine performance de-rate if the customer should experience repeated clutch slip events. For vehicles that do not have Engine Stop Start feature an alternative clutch kit has been released.

    122,199 vehicles · built 1 Aug 2009 to 30 Jun 2016

  12. C-MAX, FOCUS, GALAXY, KUGA, MONDEO, S-MAX · oil sump may crack due to the engine overheating

    12 Mar 2018 · R/2018/053

    The engine control module calibration may not adequately detect an overheat condition in certain 2.0L Duratorq Diesel engines. In extreme cases an overheated engine can result in a breach of the oil sump leading to loss of the engine oil.

    Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and download revised software for the control module calibration that improves overheat detection and provides an instrument cluster warning indicator to the driver and engine de-rate strategy.

    48,595 vehicles · built 19 Sep 2014 to 28 Sep 2015

  13. MONDEO · seat belt pre-tensioner may malfunction

    22 Feb 2017 · R/2017/020

    The driver side front seat belt pre-tensioner cable could separate during deployment leaving the driver inadequately restrained in a collision which increases the risk of injury.

    Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and fit a new driver side front seat belt assembly.

    9 vehicles · built 5 Aug 2014 to 31 Jul 2016

  14. EDGE, GALAXY, MONDEO, S-MAX · headlamps may switch off without warning

    20 Jun 2016 · R/2016/113

    Vehicles fitted with Adaptive LED Headlamps could experience a condition where the loss of a control signal in combination with a software error may cause the headlamps to switch off. There is a risk of collision if defect happens at night.

    Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and updated software will be loaded to the affected modules.

    9,705 vehicles · built 3 May 2014 to 22 Dec 2015

  15. GALAXY, MONDEO, S-MAX · fire may occur

    13 Sep 2013 · R/2013/103

    It is possible that a leak can occur between the injector spill rail connection and the plastic fuel return pipe. This can cause leakage of fuel which can either pool on the engine cylinder head and then become deposited onto the road surface where it could cause a skid risk to other motorist or if the fuel comes into contact with extremely hot engine components an exhaust manifold for instance it is possible that an under bonnet fire could ensue.

    Fix: Recall all affected vehicles inspect the fuel spill rail/return pipe and if required replace the spill rail with a new modified rail.

    1,985 vehicles · built 12 Jan 2012 to 11 Feb 2013

  16. CMAX, GALAXY, MONDEO · headlights and indicators may malfuntion

    18 May 2011 · R/2011/040

    Vehicles affected could demonstrate symptoms such as headlamps and indicators flashing unintentionally and/or headlamps switching off. The concern is due to software errors.

    Fix: The vehicles that are likely to be affected are to be recalled to have modified software applied to the Body Control Module and Power Train Control Module.

    4 vehicles

  17. CMAX, FOCUS, GALAXY, KUGA, MONDEO, S-MAX · hard brake pedal may occur during engine warm up

    21 May 2009 · R/2009/050

    During engine warm up it is possible that the non return valve within the vacuum pump may stick. It is possible that if sufficient brake applications are made before the valve releases the vacuum stored within the brake booster will be used up and a hard brake pedal and longer stopping distances may result.

    Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to fit a revised design of non return valve to the brake vacuum pump.

    13,029 vehicles · built 1 Nov 2008 to 12 Mar 2009

  18. GALAXY, MONDEO · abs may not function correctly

    9 Apr 2009 · R/2009/043

    The brakes may lock up under emergency braking conditions due to valves in the hydraulic control unit being of incorrect specification.

    Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the hydraulic control unit.

    2 vehicles

  19. MONDEO · possible unexpected braking.

    2 Aug 2004 · R/2004/132

    The yaw rate sensor may be out of specification which may lead to unexpected braking

    Fix: Recall affected vehicles inspect sensors and renew as necessary

    91 vehicles · built 22 Jun 2004 to 9 Jul 2004

  20. MONDEO · there is a possibility of unexpected braking.

    30 Apr 2004 · R/2004/065

    Yaw rate sensor out of specification the effect of which may result in unexpected braking

    Fix: Likely to be affected vehicles will be recalled for inspection of the yaw sensors which will be replaced as necessary.

    205 vehicles · built 17 Feb 2004 to 11 Mar 2004

  21. MONDEO · modification of handbrake lever

    4 Aug 2003 · R/2003/083

    The handbrake may not hold the vehicle stationary when parked if it is not applied as directed in the owner literature.

    Fix: Fit a revised handbrake assembly with an improved leverage ratio.

    72,682 vehicles

  22. MONDEO · power steering pressure hose may chafe on engine inlet manifold.

    3 Feb 2003 · R/2003/007

    The power steering pressure hose may chafe on the engine inlet manifold. This could ultimately result in an oil leak and a loss of power assistance to the steering.

    Fix: Fit latest production level revised routing power steering pressure hose.

    801 vehicles · built 5 Mar 2002 to 14 Nov 2002

  23. MONDEO · battery cable may chafe and short circuit

    10 Jul 2002 · R/2002/088

    Battery cable may chafe on transmission valve cover plate.

    Fix: Recall affected vehicles check cable insulation repair if necessary and retain cable clear of cover plate.

    8,888 vehicles · built 1 Jun 2000 to 31 May 2002

  24. MONDEO · parking brake concern.

    20 Apr 2002 · R/2002/018

    Under certain parking conditions the vehicle handbrake may not prevent the vehicle from moving.

    Fix: Ford Dealers will fit an extension block to both rear caliper handbrake actuation levers.

    55,515 vehicles · built 1 Oct 2000 to 5 Jul 2001

  25. COUGAR, MONDEO · parking brake ratchet concern

    8 Oct 2001 · R/2001/113

    The design of the parking brake ratchet teeth can allow a partial engagement resulting in damage to the tooth which can then slip to the next tooth. If ignored the wear will continue on the next tooth and the efficiency of the parking brake may become insufficient to hold the vehicle in place.

    Fix: Replace parking brake lever assembly with one that has a revised tooth profile.

    32,642 vehicles · built 1 Nov 1999 to 1 May 2000

  26. MONDEO · brake fluid may leak from pressure limiting valve

    30 May 2000 · R/2000/042

    Corrosion of the rear brake pressure limiting valve may allow brake fluid to leak from a joint.

    Fix: Recall affected vehicles and replace pressure limiting valve.

    160,373 vehicles · built 2 Jan 1996 to 7 Aug 1998

  27. COUGAR, FOCUS, MONDEO · door latch concern

    7 Oct 1999 · R/1999/084

    Some vehicles have been built with door latches which may not be to specification. An internal plastic pawl within the assembly may seize which results in the latch failing to function as designed preventing the door being securely shut.

    Fix: Recall affected vehicles and fit quality assured replacement door latches.

    32,232 vehicles · built 3 Sep 1998 to 18 Nov 1998

  28. ESCORT, MONDEO, SCORPIO · unexpected deployment of passenger air bag

    9 Jun 1998 · R/1998/037

    Unexpected passenger air bag deployment due to an electrostatic discharge through the air bag igniter.

    Fix: Recall affected vehicles and fit ground wire to passenger air bag

    15,780 vehicles · built 1 Aug 1996 to 28 Feb 1998

  29. MONDEO · possible failure of offside front brake caliper

    15 Mar 1996 · R/1996/040

    It is possible that some Mondeo vehicles may have been fitted with a right hand front brake caliper where the casting is not to specification. In time this may result in fluid leakage with the loss of one brake circuit.

    Fix: Recall the affected vehicles for a check on the manufacturing date of the subject caliper. Caliper units falling within the affected range will be replaced.

    1,812 vehicles · built 10 Oct 1995 to 12 Oct 1995

  30. ESCORT, FIESTA, MONDEO · failure of braking system vacuum assistance

    23 Jan 1996 · R/1996/022

    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

  31. MONDEO · failure of headlamps

    26 Sep 1994 · R/1994/038

    A possibility exists that excessive torque generated when turning on the headlamp switch may induce an internal open circuit and cause the headlamps to go out.

    Fix: Recall the affected vehicles for replacement of the headlamp switch with a revised component.

    211,452 vehicles · built 1 Oct 1992 to 14 Jul 1993

Other Ford models

Source: DVSA recalls register, check-vehicle-recalls.service.gov.uk, copy dated 6 Sep 2026, Open Government Licence v3.0. A recall is listed here when DVSA names this model in it; the build dates on each recall say which cars it covers, and a registration check confirms your own.