UK Vehicle Recall Check
Ford is the UK's second-largest car brand by volume, with millions of Fiestas, Focuses, Kugas and Transits on the road. Enter any UK registration to see whether an outstanding manufacturer recall is on file.
Enter the vehicle's UK registration to begin.
Our combined check pulls the DVSA recall database, the SMMT manufacturer feed and the DVLA recall archive going back to 1992, so where a recall exists you get the live outstanding status, the recall description and every past campaign for the same model in one place.
The UK government's official recall register. Confirms whether a recall is outstanding for the vehicle.
Industry data from vehicle manufacturers. Typically includes the recall description, not just a flag.
Every UK recall campaign issued since 1992. Surfaces the historical campaigns for the same make and model alongside the live status.
With such a large UK parc, Ford recalls touch a lot of vehicles, and because Fords change hands often in the used market, recall letters frequently miss the current keeper. Recent campaigns have covered everything from Kuga PHEV battery cells to Transit fuel pumps and Fiesta clutch sensors, all of which Ford will rectify free of charge. A check before buying (or before any long journey in an older Ford) is a sensible 30-second exercise.
Looking for the recall history of a specific Ford? Each model page covers known UK safety campaigns, generation coverage and model-specific FAQs. The combined DVSA + SMMT check is the same on every page.
Recall data is available for every UK-registered Ford, including the Fiesta, Focus, Kuga, Puma, EcoSport, Mondeo, Galaxy, S-Max, Mustang, Mustang Mach-E, Transit, Transit Custom, Transit Connect and Ranger. Enter any UK registration above to check.
A non-exhaustive editorial summary of recent UK safety campaigns. Run a check to see whether any of these apply to a specific vehicle.
Plug-in hybrid battery cells with potential to short and overheat, triggering a UK-wide recall and a temporary instruction not to fully charge the vehicle.
Fuel pump driver module fault that could cause the engine to stall without warning while driving.
1.0 EcoBoost engine cylinder head defect with potential for coolant loss and engine fire risk under specific conditions.
The full list of DVLA-recorded Ford safety recalls. Showing the most recent 20 of the archive — run a check on a specific registration to see whether any recall is outstanding for that vehicle.
| Date | Model | Concern |
|---|---|---|
| Feb 2027 | KUGA | 25C79 Kuga - Powertrain Control Module Software Update |
| May 2026 | RANGER | 25S19 Ranger – Automatic Transmission no reverse |
| May 2026 | FOCUS | Multi Vehicle Line (MVL): Telecommunications Control Module (TCU) loss of Function Software Update |
| May 2026 | KUGA | Multi Vehicle Line (MVL): Telecommunications Control Module (TCU) loss of Function Software Update |
| May 2026 | S-MAX | Multi Vehicle Line (MVL): Telecommunications Control Module (TCU) loss of Function Software Update |
| May 2026 | PUMA | Multi Vehicle Line (MVL): Telecommunications Control Module (TCU) loss of Function Software Update |
| May 2026 | MONDEO | Multi Vehicle Line (MVL): Telecommunications Control Module (TCU) loss of Function Software Update |
| May 2026 | GALAXY | Multi Vehicle Line (MVL): Telecommunications Control Module (TCU) loss of Function Software Update |
| Apr 2026 | TRANSIT CONNECT | 25C74 Transit Connect Tourneo Connect - Position Lights Not Operating Correctly |
| Apr 2026 | TOURNEO CONNECT | 25C74 Transit Connect Tourneo Connect - Position Lights Not Operating Correctly |
| Apr 2026 | TRANSIT | 25C56 Transit - Potential Incorrect CO2 Emissions Recorded On The Certificate Of Conformity |
| Apr 2026 | PUMA | Puma -Certificate of Conformity (CoC) Update Tyre Mismatch |
| Apr 2026 | TRANSIT | 26C15 Transit - Instrument Panel Cluster Configuration Update |
| Apr 2026 | MUSTANG | 26C16 Mustang - Lane Keeping System Software Update |
| Apr 2026 | PUMA | 26S15 Puma - Driveshaft Inspection |
| Apr 2026 | RANGER | 26S10 - Kuga Ranger - Potential Exhaust Gas Recirculation Valve Failure |
| Apr 2026 | KUGA | 26S10 - Kuga Ranger - Potential Exhaust Gas Recirculation Valve Failure |
| Apr 2026 | MUSTANG | 25SA7 - Mustang - Powertrain Control Module Software Update |
| Apr 2026 | TRANSIT COURIER | Transit Courier - Instrument Panel defect Affecting Passenger Airbag Operation |
| Apr 2026 | TOURNEO COURIER | Transit Courier - Instrument Panel defect Affecting Passenger Airbag Operation |
Every Ford check returns the same structured response. Below are two examples. One with a recall outstanding, and one with a clear record.
1 recall found. Contact the manufacturer or a main dealer to arrange a free repair.
Vehicle
AB21ABC
Ford Fiesta
VIN ABCDE123456F78910
Recall details
Checked 17/05/2026, 10:00:00 (source: SMMT)
Both the DVSA and SMMT databases were checked. Nothing currently outstanding for this VRM.
Vehicle
CD22XYZ
Ford Fiesta
VIN ZYXWV987654U32109
Checked 17/05/2026, 10:00:00 (source: SMMT)
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Enter the vehicle's registration mark (VRM) and pay £1.99. We query the DVSA recall database and the SMMT manufacturer feed in a single request and return the combined result. For most Ford vehicles you'll see whether a recall is outstanding, the source database, and (where available) a description of the recall.
DVSA (the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency) maintains the UK government's official recall register and flags whether a recall is outstanding. SMMT (the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders) aggregates manufacturer-supplied data which often includes the recall description as well as the outstanding flag. Combining both maximises coverage and detail.
Both DVSA and SMMT data sources are continually updated as manufacturers report new safety campaigns. Each check returns a timestamp showing when the data was last verified for that vehicle.
Some vehicles aren't currently listed in either database (very new registrations, very old vehicles, grey imports, and certain commercial variants are the usual reasons). When that happens we'll show "Unknown" and direct you to the manufacturer's recall portal so you can confirm directly. A refund is available if you'd like one.
Contact any authorised franchised dealer for the brand. Manufacturers carry out safety recalls free of charge, regardless of who currently owns the vehicle and regardless of age. You'll typically need the vehicle's VIN; the report includes it where the database returns one.
No account is needed to start a check. After payment we'll email you a magic link so you can access the report any time, and a shareable link if you want to send the result to a buyer, seller, or dealer.
Yes. Transit, Transit Custom, Transit Connect and Ranger are all UK-registered Ford vehicles and are covered by the same DVSA + SMMT combined check.
No. The DVSA and SMMT databases reflect outstanding (uncompleted) recalls. Once an authorised dealer has logged the repair against the VIN, the recall is marked as completed and will not appear as outstanding.
Yes. The Mustang Mach-E is sold and registered in the UK as a Ford and is covered by both DVSA and SMMT feeds.
Ford maintains an official recall lookup tool. Our combined check pulls from DVSA and SMMT to give you broader coverage, but you can also check the manufacturer's portal directly.
Combined DVSA + SMMT recall data for every UK-registered manufacturer.