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  • 28 Feb 2012FORD FIESTARef R/2012/012

    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.

    Vehicles affected
    889
    OEM ref
    1U407
    Build start
    13 Sept 2011
    Build end
    23 Sept 2011
  • 28 Feb 2012FORD FUSIONRef R/2012/012

    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.

    Vehicles affected
    889
    OEM ref
    1U407
    Build start
    13 Sept 2011
    Build end
    23 Sept 2011
  • 12 Dec 2011FORD FIESTARef R/2011/158

    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.

    Vehicles affected
    5,857
    OEM ref
    1c147
  • 03 Nov 2011FORD F SERIESRef R/2011/124

    RISK OF FIRE

    Defect

    It is possible that where these vehicles are operating in high road salt conditions the fuel tank straps could fracture due to corrosion. This could lead to the detachment of the fuel tank resulting in the fuel tank contacting the road surface causing a fuel leak which could cause a risk of a vehicle fire.

    Remedy

    Recall all affected vehicles and replace the fuel tank straps with improved salt corrosion protection straps.

    Vehicles affected
    967
    OEM ref
    1C402
    Build start
    01 Sept 1997
    Build end
    01 Sept 2004
  • 13 Jul 2011FORD FOCUSRef R/2011/067

    RISK OF FIRE

    Defect

    Due to high road salt usage in winter the engine cooling fan module may suffer from corrosion and may overheat and ignite.

    Remedy

    Recall affected vehicles to modify wiring loom and to fit water shield to module.

    Vehicles affected
    26,586
    OEM ref
    1C380
    Build start
    19 Feb 2004
    Build end
    25 Jan 2007
  • 13 Jul 2011FORD CMAXRef R/2011/067

    RISK OF FIRE

    Defect

    Due to high road salt usage in winter the engine cooling fan module may suffer from corrosion and may overheat and ignite.

    Remedy

    Recall affected vehicles to modify wiring loom and to fit water shield to module.

    Vehicles affected
    26,586
    OEM ref
    1C380
    Build start
    01 Jun 2006
    Build end
    25 May 2007
  • 18 May 2011FORD CMAXRef R/2011/040

    HEADLIGHTS AND INDICATORS MAY MALFUNTION

    Defect

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

    Remedy

    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.

    Vehicles affected
    4
    OEM ref
    1D381
  • 18 May 2011FORD MONDEORef R/2011/040

    HEADLIGHTS AND INDICATORS MAY MALFUNTION

    Defect

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

    Remedy

    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.

    Vehicles affected
    4
    OEM ref
    1D381
  • 18 May 2011FORD GALAXYRef R/2011/040

    HEADLIGHTS AND INDICATORS MAY MALFUNTION

    Defect

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

    Remedy

    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.

    Vehicles affected
    4
    OEM ref
    1D381
  • 24 Feb 2011FORD GRAND CMAXRef R/2011/013

    SECOND ROW SEAT RECLINER LOCKING MECHANISM

    Defect

    Investigations have identified an issue with the second row seating recliner locking mechanism. It is possible that the seat latch mechanism can be damaged if the seat back is repeatedly slammed into the folded position. If significant damage has occurred there is a possibility that the seat can be forced to a reclined position without lifting the release lever.

    Remedy

    The dealer will perform a check of the seat function and fit an additional bracket that will prevent damage occurring.

    Vehicles affected
    3,458
    OEM ref
    1U365
    Build start
    01 Mar 2010
    Build end
    14 Jan 2011
  • 14 Dec 2010FORD S-MAXRef R/2010/216

    PANORAMIC ROOF PANEL MAY DETACH

    Defect

    It has been identified that a small number of vehicles built with a panoramic glass roof may not have been bonded correctly. This could ultimately result in detachment of the panoramic glass roof.

    Remedy

    Recall all affected vehicles and check the adhesion of the roof. If found to be defective the roof will be removed and re-bonded.

    Vehicles affected
    7
    OEM ref
    0C-346
  • 14 Dec 2010FORD GALAXYRef R/2010/216

    PANORAMIC ROOF PANEL MAY DETACH

    Defect

    It has been identified that a small number of vehicles built with a panoramic glass roof may not have been bonded correctly. This could ultimately result in detachment of the panoramic glass roof.

    Remedy

    Recall all affected vehicles and check the adhesion of the roof. If found to be defective the roof will be removed and re-bonded.

    Vehicles affected
    7
    OEM ref
    0C-346
  • 14 Dec 2010FORD FOCUSRef R/2010/209

    RISK OF FIRE

    Defect

    Due to high road salt usage in winter the engine cooling fan module may suffer from corrosion and may overheat and ignite.

    Remedy

    Recall affected vehicles to modify wiring loom and to fit water shield to module.

    Vehicles affected
    919
    OEM ref
    oc343
    Build start
    09 Mar 2004
    Build end
    25 Jan 2007
  • 22 Sept 2010FORD RANGERRef R/2010/128

    GEARBOX MAY NOT PERFORM CORRECTLY

    Defect

    The bracket that secures the automatic transmission shift cable to the transmission casing may crack and break. This is as a result of unnecessary welding. Should the bracket fail then gear selection witl be extremely difficult or in extreme cases impossible.

    Remedy

    Recall all affected vehicles and check the bracket. If the bracket has been welded then replacement of the bracket is required.

    Vehicles affected
    784
    OEM ref
    0C335
  • 05 Aug 2010FORD FOCUSRef R/2010/083

    RISK OF FIRE

    Defect

    Due to high road salt usage in winter the engine cooling fan module may suffer from corrosion and may overheat and ignite.

    Remedy

    Recall affected vehicles to modify wiring loom and to fit water shield to module.

    Vehicles affected
    4,999
    OEM ref
    0c319
    Build start
    01 Jan 2006
    Build end
    31 May 2006
  • 28 Apr 2010FORD FOCUSRef R/2010/031

    POSSIBILITY OF FIRE

    Defect

    It has been identified that a batch of vehicles converted by SVP have been fitted with a split charging system the relays of which may not be to specification and could subsequently fail. This can result in wiring loom damage and the possibility of a fire.

    Remedy

    Whereas the converter has approached 89 customers and supplied revised parts. It is proposed that Ford will contact the owners of the outstanding vehicles to emphasise the importance of end users contacting the convertor thus ensuring that the remaining vehicles are reworked.

    Vehicles affected
    109
    OEM ref
    OS303
    Build start
    01 Sept 2006
    Build end
    31 Oct 2007
  • 28 Apr 2010FORD TRANSITRef R/2010/031

    POSSIBILITY OF FIRE

    Defect

    It has been identified that a batch of vehicles converted by SVP have been fitted with a split charging system the relays of which may not be to specification and could subsequently fail. This can result in wiring loom damage and the possibility of a fire.

    Remedy

    Whereas the converter has approached 89 customers and supplied revised parts. It is proposed that Ford will contact the owners of the outstanding vehicles to emphasise the importance of end users contacting the convertor thus ensuring that the remaining vehicles are reworked.

    Vehicles affected
    109
    OEM ref
    OS303
    Build start
    01 Sept 2006
    Build end
    31 Oct 2007
  • 07 Dec 2009FORD CMAXRef R/2009/127

    RISK OF FIRE

    Defect

    Due to high road salt usage in winter the engine cooling fan module may suffer from corrosion overheat and may ignite.

    Remedy

    Recall affected vehicles to modify wiring loom and to fit water shield to module.

    Vehicles affected
    1,299
    OEM ref
    9C268
    Build start
    01 Jun 2006
    Build end
    25 Jan 2007
  • 07 Dec 2009FORD WINSTARRef R/2009/128

    SPEED CONTROL DEACTIVATION SWITCH MAY OVERHEAT AND CATCH FIRE

    Defect

    It has been identified that corrosion within the speed control deactivation switch cavity can create a conductive path between the uninterrupted battery power and ground. This could cause the switch to overheat smoke or burn either with the engine running or when it is switched off.

    Remedy

    Recalled vehicles will be inspected for corrosion of the specified area and if required will install a revised speed control deactivation switch. If no corrosion is present dealers will install a universal fused jumper harness.

    Vehicles affected
    2,803
    OEM ref
    9c273
    Build start
    01 Jan 1995
    Build end
    31 Dec 2002
  • 07 Dec 2009FORD EXPLORERRef R/2009/128

    SPEED CONTROL DEACTIVATION SWITCH MAY OVERHEAT AND CATCH FIRE

    Defect

    It has been identified that corrosion within the speed control deactivation switch cavity can create a conductive path between the uninterrupted battery power and ground. This could cause the switch to overheat smoke or burn either with the engine running or when it is switched off.

    Remedy

    Recalled vehicles will be inspected for corrosion of the specified area and if required will install a revised speed control deactivation switch. If no corrosion is present dealers will install a universal fused jumper harness.

    Vehicles affected
    2,803
    OEM ref
    9c273
    Build start
    01 Jan 1995
    Build end
    31 Dec 2002
  • 08 Oct 2009FORD TRANSITRef R/2009/081

    STEERING HUB MAY FRACTURE AND DETACH

    Defect

    The steering wheel may detach from the steering column due to a defect in the centre hub casting.

    Remedy

    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to inspect the steering wheel centre hub casting and where necessary fit a new steering wheel.

    Vehicles affected
    8,587
    OEM ref
    9C250
    Build start
    01 Jul 2007
    Build end
    31 Aug 2007
  • 21 Sept 2009FORD FOCUSRef R/2009/071

    RISK OF FIRE

    Defect

    Due to high road salt usage in winter the engine cooling fan module may suffer from corrosion and may overheat and ignite.

    Remedy

    Recall affected vehicles to modify wiring loom and to fit water shield to module.

    Vehicles affected
    29,325
    OEM ref
    9C240
    Build start
    20 Feb 2004
    Build end
    31 May 2006
  • 21 May 2009FORD S-MAXRef R/2009/050

    HARD BRAKE PEDAL MAY OCCUR DURING ENGINE WARM UP

    Defect

    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.

    Remedy

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

    Vehicles affected
    13,029
    OEM ref
    9U225
    Build start
    01 Nov 2008
    Build end
    12 Mar 2009
  • 21 May 2009FORD KUGARef R/2009/050

    HARD BRAKE PEDAL MAY OCCUR DURING ENGINE WARM UP

    Defect

    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.

    Remedy

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

    Vehicles affected
    13,029
    OEM ref
    9U225
    Build start
    01 Nov 2008
    Build end
    12 Mar 2009
  • 21 May 2009FORD CMAXRef R/2009/050

    HARD BRAKE PEDAL MAY OCCUR DURING ENGINE WARM UP

    Defect

    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.

    Remedy

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

    Vehicles affected
    13,029
    OEM ref
    9U225
    Build start
    01 Nov 2008
    Build end
    12 Mar 2009

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