Ford C-Max recalls
Recalls to 31 Oct 2026, from DVSA's file. Each recall shows its own launch date.
DVSA lists 6 safety recalls naming the Ford C-Max, launched from 2018 to 2019. Most recalls cover only cars built in certain dates or chassis number ranges, so check a specific car on GOV.UK's recall check.
Ford C-Max recalls at a glance
- Recalls
- 6
- 2018 to 2019
- Latest recall
- 5 November 2019
- R/2019/334
Source: DVSA RecallsFile.csv, recalls launched from 1992 to October 2026, downloaded 31 October 2026. Open Government Licence v3.0.
Every Ford C-Max recall
Newest first. The concern is the part or system affected, the defect is what can go wrong, and the remedy is what the manufacturer does to put it right.
SEAT BELT ANCHORAGE BOLT PARTIALLY ENGAGED
R/2019/334, launched 5 November 2019, 11 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Focus
Defect: Seat belt anchors and seat bolts may not be secured as per specification
Remedy: Check tighten and torque all identified bolts to specification
VEHICLE COULD SUFFER CLUTCH PRESSURE PLATE FRACTURE
R/2018/351, launched 22 February 2019, 66,497 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Focus, Galaxy, Kuga, Mondeo, S-Max
Defect: 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.
Remedy: 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.
CLUTCH PRESSURE PLATE MAY FRACTURE
R/2018/082, launched 16 July 2018, 122,199 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Focus, Galaxy, Kuga, Mondeo, S-Max
Defect: 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.
Remedy: 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.
CASTING DEFECT MAY CAUSE ALLOY WHEEL(S) TO CRACK
R/2018/011, launched 19 March 2018, 80 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Focus
Defect: A small batch of alloy wheels may have a casting defect that may initiate a fatigue crack and result in wheel failure.
Remedy: Check wheels on affected vehicles for a specific batch code. Replace those wheels which have the identified batch code.
OIL SUMP MAY CRACK DUE TO THE ENGINE OVERHEATING
R/2018/053, launched 12 March 2018, 48,595 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Focus, Galaxy, Kuga, Mondeo, S-Max
Defect: 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.
Remedy: 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.
THE ENGINE CYLINDER HEAD MAY CRACK
R/2018/008, launched 8 January 2018, 15,228 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Fiesta, Focus, Kuga
Defect: 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.
Remedy: On affected vehicles Inspect engine and cooling system. Replace affected components and fit a Coolant Level Sensor along with associated software to provide and audible and visual warning to the driver.
Source: DVSA RecallsFile.csv, recalls launched from 1992 to October 2026, downloaded 31 October 2026. Open Government Licence v3.0.
What to do next
If you own a Ford C-Max, check its registration on GOV.UK and ask a Ford dealer whether any recall work is outstanding. If you are buying one, ask the seller for proof the work was done, and run a Motoring Insider history check for finance, write-offs and the MOT history.