DVLA recall archive
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Multi Vehicle Line (MVL): Telecommunications Control Module (TCU) loss of Function Software Update
Affected vehicles may experience a loss of emergency call system (eCall) functionality which impacts both automatic and manual eCall events.
Update the Telematics Control Unit software to the latest level.
25C75 Focus - Lane Centering Assist Software Update
Certain affected vehicles may not have the remedy for Compliance Recall 24C12 installed correctly
Dealers will update Audio Front Control Module (ACM) software to the latest level available.
25C77 Focus Telematics Control Unit Software Update
On affected vehicles the software repair for previous recall 20C22 may not have been delivered properly and the Telematics Control Unit (TCU) in these vehicles may disconnect from Ford’s Service Delivery Network and become unresponsive.
Update the TCU software and perform an additional verification process to ensure the configuration has been installed correctly.
25SC2 Focus Transit Courier - Potential leak from fuel rail
Affected vehicles may experience a fuel leak from the fuel rail due to a manufacturing defect.
Install a new fuel rail.
Frozen Rearview Camera Screen
On affected vehicles there is a potential software issue causing the rear-view camera not to function as intended.
Update the Accessory Protocol Interface Module (APIM) software to the latest level.
CrossCar: Sync3 Rear-View Camera Software Update
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.
Update the vehicle software to the latest level.
X-Car Powertain Control Module (PCM) Software Update
Affected vehicles may develop a crack in the Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF).
Update software to prevent a cracked DPF. Test and replace DPFs that are already cracked.
X-Car Powertain Control Module (PCM) Software Update
Affected vehicles may develop a crack in the Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF).
Update software to prevent a cracked DPF. Test and replace DPFs that are already cracked.
Focus Clutch Pedal spring potential touch condition EPAS power Supply wiring
On affected vehicles the clutch pedal spring may touch the Electric Power Assisted Steering wiring harness which may lead to clutch spring heat up and fall out a short circuit and loss of steering power assistance.
Inspect and adjust the position of the wiring and if necessary repair any wiring damage.
24C21 – Focus Passenger Beltminder Chime
While monitoring vehicles in operation we have identified a number of Focus vehicles where the passenger belt minder chime is not activated when the vehicle goes over 15 mph. Regulatory requirements mandate that an audible chime must activate when the first-row passenger seatbelt is unfastened and the vehicle speed exceeds 15 mph.
Update the instrument panel cluster IPC configuration.
Focus Lane Centering Assist Software Update
A number of Focus vehicles have been identified where the warning chimes may not be operating as intended. The chimes may not be audible when the driver is not holding the steering wheel for longer than 30 seconds while using Lane Centering Assist which does not meet ECE regulations.
Updating software in control unit.
On affected vehicles the Lighting Driver Module software may be incorrectly configured which could potentially cause the adaptive headlamps to not work as intended.
On affected vehicles the Lighting Driver Module software may be incorrectly configured which could potentially cause the adaptive headlamps to not work as intended.
Software update and/or headlamp adjustment in order to restore feature functionality.
On certain vehicles tape used to protect the end of the ground connection wiring harness of the 48V battery may have become trapped beneath the nut securing the wiring harness.
On certain vehicles tape used to protect the end of the ground connection wiring harness of the 48V battery may have become trapped beneath the nut securing the wiring harness.
Inspect the ground connection harness. If required the tape on end of the connector will be reapplied and the nut tightened to the specified torque.
Certain vehicles may be fitted with a seatbelt that does not meet the high specification expected by Ford due to a rivet that is holding the buckle not being fully secured.
Certain vehicles may be fitted with a seatbelt that does not meet the high specification expected by Ford due to a rivet that is holding the buckle not being fully secured.
Dealers will inspect all vehicles and if found necessary will replace the part that is not meeting specification.
VEHICLES COULD HAVE A FRONT SUSPENSION KNUCKLE THAT WAS INCORRECTLY MANUFACTURED
A possibility that vehicles could have a front suspension knuckle that was incorrectly manufactured.
Inspect and if necessary replace the affected components.
THE eCALL FEATURE WILL STOP FUNCTIONING DUE TO A MALFUNCTION
It may be possible that the eCall feature will stop functioning due to a malfunction.
The Telecommunication Module will need to be replaced
THE GARNISH PANEL FROM THE PANORAMA ROOF MAY DETACH
The Garnish Panel from the Panorama roof may detach.�
Test the adhesion of the panel bonding material and if necessary replace the panel.�
THE RIGHT-HAND ENGINE OIL SEPERATOR MAY HAVE BEEN DAMAGED PRIOR TO ENGINE ASSEMBLY.
Certain vehicles could have an engine oil separator that may have been damaged prior to engine assembly.
Inspect the engine oil separator and if found to be damaged and/or leaking a replacement engine oil separator must be installed
THE NUTS ON THE 48V BATTERY POLES MAY NOT BE TORQUED TO SPECIFICATION
The nuts on the 48V battery poles may not be torqued to specification.
Remove both positive and negative poll nuts and inspect the wiring for signs of damage. Any damaged wiring will be replaced. Both nuts will be refitted and torqued to specification.
THE SCREW WHICH SECURES THE GROUND CABLE OF THE 48V BATTERY MAY NOT BE FULLY SECURED
The screw which secures the ground cable of the 48v battery may not be fully secured.
Replace the ground cable bolt on all vehicles and torque to specification
VEHICLES MAY HAVE AN ISSUE WITH THE CURRENT SOFTWARE THAT CONTOLS THE FUNTIONALITY OF THE ECALL SYSTEM
Vehicles may have an issue with the current software that controls the functionality of the eCall system.
Carry out a software update.
POSSIBLE TRANSMISSION STUD DAMAGE TO WIRING LOOM FOLLOWING REPAIR
Possible transmission stud damage to wiring loom following repair.
Check that the correct transmission stud has been replaced. If not the correct stud must be replaced and the wiring loom should be inspected for damage and repaired as necessary.
A NUT SECURING THE MHEV BATTERY CONNECTION MAY NOT BE TORQUED TO SPECIFICATION
A nut securing the mHEV battery connection may not be torqued to specification.
Remove the nut and inspect the wiring for signs of damage. Any damaged wiring will be replaced. A new nut will be fitted and torqued to specification in all circumstances.
ENGINE WIRING LOOM MAY TOUCH A BOLT ON THE TRANSMISSION HOUSING
The engine wiring loom may touch a bolt on the transmission housing which could lead to damage to the wiring loom.
Check for enough wiring loom clearance replace the clip and secure harness if not. Any damage to the wiring harness to be repaired as necessary.
ENGINE WIRING LOOM MAY TOUCH A STUD ON THE TRANSMISSION HOUSING
Engine wiring loom may touch a stud on the transmission housing
Transmission stud to be replaced with a bolt and rerouting of the wiring loom
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