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UK vehicle safety recall archive

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  • 07 Dec 2007FORD FOCUSRef R/2007/169

    ROLL OVER PROTECTION MAY FAIL

    Defect

    It has been identified that on affected vehicles the roll over protection system securing bolts may either be loose or not fully tight. In this condition the roll over protection may not be fully effective in the event of a roll over occurring.

    Remedy

    Recalled vehicles will have the protection units checked for the correct number of securing bolts with bolts being installed as necessary. In addition all securing bolts will be checked to ensure that they are tightened to the correct specification.

    Vehicles affected
    3
    OEM ref
    7c145
  • 05 Dec 2007FORD FOCUSRef R/2007/133

    IN LOW AMBIENT TEMPERATURE HARD BRAKE PEDAL MAY OCCUR

    Defect

    Hard brake pedal may occur in low ambient temperatures which is caused by a non return valve in the vacuum pump sticking.

    Remedy

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

    Vehicles affected
    17,972
    OEM ref
    7C127
    Build start
    01 Aug 2005
    Build end
    28 Dec 2006
  • 05 Jul 2006FORD FOCUS C MAXRef R/2006/092

    ENGINE MAY FAIL

    Defect

    It has been identified that a batch of engines have misaligned oil feed holes between the cylinder head and the camshaft bearings. The reduced oil flow could cause premature wear of the camshaft bearings and may also result in seizure of the engine without prior warning.

    Remedy

    Recalled vehicles will be checked by dealers for the presence of the relevant build code and the engine will be renewed if it is within the specified range.

    Vehicles affected
    167
    OEM ref
    6C041
    Build start
    27 Feb 2004
    Build end
    28 Jun 2004
  • 18 Aug 2005FORD FOCUSRef R/2005/101

    WIPER MOTOR MAY FAIL AND OVERHEAT

    Defect

    Water may enter the wiper motor via the wiper arm spindle. If the water contains salt it is possible that an electrical short circuit can cause the wiper to fail. In extreme cases the short circuit can result in the wiper assembly overheating. The increased temperature can be high enough to melt the trim components in the area of the motor assembly.

    Remedy

    Recalled vehicles will be fitted with a revised cover and sealing grommet which will replace the existing sealing system.

    Vehicles affected
    68,996
    OEM ref
    5c002
    Build start
    02 Apr 2003
    Build end
    03 Mar 2005
  • 11 Apr 2005FORD FOCUSRef R/2005/026

    FUEL RETURN PIPE LEAK

    Defect

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

    Remedy

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

    Vehicles affected
    904
    Build start
    14 Jul 2004
    Build end
    22 Feb 2005
  • 26 Jan 2004FORD FOCUSRef R/2004/009

    REAR BRAKE HOSES MAY CHAFE

    Defect

    Left and right hand rear brake flexible hoses may chafe on the wheel arch liners.

    Remedy

    Check the brake hoses for damage and modify the rear wheel arch liners.

    Vehicles affected
    30
    Build start
    06 Dec 2002
    Build end
    13 Dec 2002
  • 21 May 2002FORD FOCUSRef R/2002/044

    ALTERNATOR TERMINAL CONCERN

    Defect

    Alternator B+ terminal may break due to incorrect hardness leaving battery +cable loose.

    Remedy

    Dealers are to check the Alternator B+ terminal type (visual check) and where necessary replace the alternator.

    Vehicles affected
    4,447
    OEM ref
    2C818
    Build start
    15 Mar 2002
    Build end
    26 Mar 2002
  • 30 May 2000FORD FOCUSRef R/2000/054

    ENGINE MAY CUT-OUT/STALL

    Defect

    Excessive crankshaft end-float may allow the torque converter to contact the crankshaft position sensor. Damage to the crankshaft position sensor may lead to engine cut-out/stall.

    Remedy

    Recall affected vehicles for fitment of a revised crankshaft thrust bearing assembly and a new crankshaft position sensor.

    Vehicles affected
    3,121
    Build start
    01 Aug 1999
    Build end
    23 Feb 2000
  • 20 Mar 2000FORD FOCUSRef R/2000/003

    OIL FILLER CAP MAY BECOME LOOSE

    Defect

    Oil filler cap may become loose resulting in oil dripping onto the exhaust heat shield.

    Remedy

    Replace oil filler cap with a new redesigned version.

    Vehicles affected
    81,256
    Build start
    01 Mar 1998
  • 20 Mar 2000FORD FOCUSRef R/2000/046

    ENGINE MAY LOSE POWER

    Defect

    Engine may lose power due to a malfunction in the power train control module software.

    Remedy

    Recall affected vehicles and re-programme the power train module.

    Vehicles affected
    20,577
    Build start
    01 Jan 1999
    Build end
    31 Jan 2000
  • 07 Oct 1999FORD FOCUSRef R/1999/084

    DOOR LATCH CONCERN

    Defect

    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.

    Remedy

    Recall affected vehicles and fit quality assured replacement door latches.

    Vehicles affected
    32,232
    Build start
    03 Sept 1998
    Build end
    18 Nov 1998

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