Ford Fiesta recalls
Recalls to 31 Oct 2026, from DVSA's file. Each recall shows its own launch date.
DVSA lists 31 safety recalls naming the Ford Fiesta, launched from 1995 to 2025. 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 Fiesta recalls at a glance
- Recalls
- 31
- 1995 to 2025
- Latest recall
- 8 September 2025
- R/2025/359
Source: DVSA RecallsFile.csv, recalls launched from 1992 to October 2026, downloaded 31 October 2026. Open Government Licence v3.0.
Every Ford Fiesta 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.
CrossCar: Sync3 Rear-View Camera Software Update
R/2025/359, launched 8 September 2025. Also covers the EcoSport, Edge, Explorer, Focus, Galaxy, Kuga, Mondeo, Mustang, Puma, Ranger, Tourneo Custom, Transit, Transit Courier, Transit Custom
Defect: 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.
Remedy: Update the vehicle software to the latest level.
25S10 – Puma Fiesta Courier – Fuel line chafing
R/2025/084, launched 19 March 2025. Also covers the Puma, Tourneo, Transit Courier
Defect: Affected vehicles may experience chafing between the fuel line support shield and the fuel line which could result in damage to the fuel line.
Remedy: Replace the fuel line support shield (bracket). Inspect the fuel lines and rework if necessary.
X-Car Powertain Control Module (PCM) Software Update
R/2025/094, launched 19 December 2024. Also covers the B-Max, Cmax, EcoSport, Focus, Galaxy, Kuga, Mondeo, S-Max, Transit Courier, Transit Custom
Defect: Affected vehicles may develop a crack in the Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF).
Remedy: Update software to prevent a cracked DPF. Test and replace DPFs that are already cracked.
On the affected vehicles an incorrect Instrument Cluster has been fitted. This results in the speedometer not correctly displaying the maximum vehicle speed.
R/2023/274, launched 27 September 2023, 21 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: On the affected vehicles an incorrect Instrument Cluster has been fitted. This results in the speedometer not correctly displaying the maximum vehicle speed.
Remedy: Affected vehicles will have the instrument cluster exchanged.
The front suspension lower ball joint bolt/nut may not be torqued correctly on a small number of Fiesta vehicles.
R/2023/189, launched 28 June 2023, 186 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: The front suspension lower ball joint bolt/nut may not be torqued correctly on a small number of Fiesta vehicles.
Remedy: Affected vehicles need to be returned to a Ford Authorised Dealer to have the torque confirmed.
THE RIGHT-HAND ENGINE OIL SEPERATOR MAY HAVE BEEN DAMAGED PRIOR TO ENGINE ASSEMBLY.
R/2022/171, launched 8 April 2022, 9,818 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Focus, Kuga, Puma
Defect: Certain vehicles could have an engine oil separator that may have been damaged prior to engine assembly.
Remedy: Inspect the engine oil separator and if found to be damaged and/or leaking a replacement engine oil separator must be installed
THE WIRING HARNESS FOR THE CRANKSHAFT POSITION SENSOR MAY NOT BE SECURED CORRECTLY INTO POSITION
R/2021/348, launched 27 October 2021, 692 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: Due to a production error the wiring harness for the crankshaft position sensor may not be secured correctly into position.
Remedy: The crankshaft position sensor harness securing clip must be pushed into the vacant hole on the engine front cover.
VEHICLE SEATBELTS MAY HAVE A DEFECTIVE LOW G LOCKING MECHANISM
R/2021/123, launched 14 April 2021, 1,528 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the EcoSport
Defect: Vehicle seatbelts may have a defective low G locking mechanism.
Remedy: Inspect the seat belt label for date range. If within suspect range exchange seat belt retractor.
THE MHEV BATTERY CONNECTIONS MAY BECOME LOOSE
R/2021/008, launched 18 January 2021, 151 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Puma
Defect: There is a potential that the vehicle's MHEV battery connections may become loose.
Remedy: Inspect and check torque on 48 volt battery cable connections
OUT OF SPECIFICATION STEERING COLUMN
R/2019/426, launched 8 January 2020, 90 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: Out of specification steering column
Remedy: Replace the steering column
REAR SEAT LATCHES AND CENTRE SEAT BELT RETRACTOR BOLTS MAY NOT BE TIGHTENED TO SPECIFICATION
R/2019/410, launched 19 December 2019, 15 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: Rear seat latches and centre seat belt retractor bolts may not be tightened to specification.
Remedy: Affected bolts are to be torqued to specification.
BRAKE SERVO MAY FAIL
R/2018/039, launched 15 March 2018, 4,757 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: Affected vehicles may have been fitted with a brake booster which may have a faulty diaphragm plate. This could lead to a loss of brake servo assistance.
Remedy: An affected brake booster can be identified by its date of manufacture. This can be found on a label on the brake booster. An affected brake booster must be removed and replaced a new one.
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 C-Max, 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.
SEAT BELT ANCHOR BOLT SECURITY
R/2016/239, launched 27 October 2016, 15 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: It has been identified that during production a small number of Fiesta's may not have had the right-hand side front seatbelt top anchor bolt tightened to the correct specification. This may result in the mounting not performing as intended if the vehicle is involved in a collision.
Remedy: Recall all affected vehicles to torque the right-hand side front seatbelt top anchor bolts to the correct specification.
REAR AXLE MAY DETACH
R/2016/231, launched 14 October 2016, 69 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: There may not be adequate welding on one of the rear axle side arm bush housings. Therefore it is possible for the twist beam to become detached from the vehicle.
Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and fit a new rear twist axle.
FIRE MAY OCCUR
R/2016/187, launched 1 September 2016, 41,304 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: The Glow Plug Control Module (GPCM) can be affected by wet conditions. It is not waterproof and water ingress into the module may cause overheating with the potential to result in a fire. As the GPCM has a permanent electrical live feed there is also a potential risk of an unattended vehicle fire.
Remedy: Replace the Glow Plug Control Module
RELAY MAY OVERHEAT AND CATCH FIRE
R/2015/033, launched 4 March 2015, 10,265 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: On affected vehicles the diesel engine Glow Plug Control Module previously repalced under Recall R/2014102 may not be not waterproof and water ingress into the module may cause overheating with the potential to result in a fire. As the GPCM has a permanent electrical live feed there is also a potential risk of an unattended vehicle fire.
Remedy: Recheck those vehicles which may have had a suspect replacement fitted and replace module with correct waterproof version
REAR SEAT BELT BUCKLE LATCH MAY FAIL
R/2015/008, launched 16 January 2015, 9,257 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: The rear seat belt buckle (catch) could be defective. In the event of a frontal impact a defective buckle could fail causing the rear seat occupant to be unrestrained by the seat belt.
Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to check the rear seat belt buckles and if found to be part of the defective batch new buckles will be fitted.
POSSIBLE RISK OF FIRE
R/2014/102, launched 5 November 2014, 41,444 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: On affected vehicles the diesel engine Glow Plug Control Module can be affected by wet conditions. The GPCM is not waterproof and water ingress into the module may cause overheating with the potential to result in a fire. As the GPCM has a permanent electrical live feed there is also a potential risk of an unattended vehicle fire.
Remedy: Replace existing module with waterproof version
REAR SUSPENSION BOLTS MAY FAIL
R/2012/012, launched 28 February 2012, 889 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Fusion
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.
FUMES MAY ENTER THE PASSENGER COMPARTMENT
R/2011/158, launched 12 December 2011, 5,857 vehicles affected across the models it covers
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.
POWER STEERING MAY BE LOST
R/2007/167, launched 28 November 2007, 7,000 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Fusion, Transit
Defect: It has been identified that the power steering pump drive belts could de-laminate and fail. Should this occur drive to the power steering pump would be lost likewise the assistance to the steering.
Remedy: Recalled vehicles will have the power steering drive belts checked and renewed should they be found to be within the affected batch.
POTENTIAL LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL
R/2007/105, launched 6 August 2007, 496 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Fusion
Defect: It has been identified that a small number of Fiesta and Fusion vehicles may have been built with a steering column which may have suffered damage by inappropriate handling prior to vehicle production. In rare cases there may be damage to the column upper universal joint which could result in loss of steering control.
Remedy: Recalled vehicles will have the steering column universal joint inspected for signs of damage. If damage is found the steering column assembly will be replaced.
FUEL RETURN PIPE LEAK
R/2005/026, launched 11 April 2005, 904 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Cmax, Focus
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.
WELD SEAM ON REAR AXLE IS NOT TO SPECIFICATION
R/2003/038, launched 7 March 2003, 1,311 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Fusion
Defect: The weld seam securing the brake unit mounting plate to the rear axle may not be to specification on a small number of vehicles within the affected range..
Remedy: Check the production date code and replace the axle where found necessary.
AIR BAG WARNING LAMP
R/2002/110, launched 12 August 2002, 11,352 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: Air bag warning lamp may fail to illuminate continuously when a fault is identified in the front crash detectors.
Remedy: Replace air bag control module with a later specification unit
REDUCTION IN BRAKING EFFICIENCY
R/1998/115, launched 17 December 1998, 1,142 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Ka
Defect: Possible loss of one braking circuit due to brake master cylinder failure
Remedy: Affected vehicles are being recalled for checking and where necessary replacement of the brake master cylinder.
POSSIBLE CONTAMINATION OF BRAKE FLUID
R/1996/084, launched 18 September 1996, 81,112 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Courier
Defect: The clutch system hydraulic hoses have been manufactured from a material which contains mineral oil. Since the clutch and brake systems share a common fluid reservoir fluid from the clutch system which has been contaminated by contact with the hoses may m
Remedy: Recall the affected vehicles for the fitment of new seals to the brake master cylinder. At the same time the brake/clutch hydraulic systems will be purged of the original fluid and new clutch hoses will be fitted. In addition vehicles built prior
VARIOUS - BRAKE AND CLUTCH RELATED
R/1996/059, launched 10 June 1996, 2,704 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: 1) Due to a defect in the clutch master cylinder the clutch may not disengage. 2) Water ingress to brake servo. 3) The front brake hoses may be incorrectly routed and could in some circumstances contact the retaining bracket nut. 4) Possible contamination
Remedy: Recall the affected vehicles and:- 1) Check build date and replace clutch master cylinder where required. 2) Fit a water shield to the brake servo to protect the servo push rod. 3) Check the routing of the front brake hoses re-routing where required.
FAILURE OF BRAKING SYSTEM VACUUM ASSISTANCE
R/1996/022, launched 23 January 1996, 56,864 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Escort, Mondeo
Defect: The brake vacuum pump may cease to provide vacuum assistance. Should this occur greater brake pedal pressure would be needed and stopping distances may be increased.
Remedy: The affected vehicles are being recalled to Ford dealers to have the brake pump manufacturing codes checked. Vacuum pumps within certain ranges will be replaced with new units. This campaign supersedes recall R1995/081 and includes all the vehicles alrea
STOP LIGHT SWITCH MAY BE FAULTY
R/1995/080, launched 20 November 1995, 11,760 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Courier
Defect: The stop light switch on a small number of the subject vehicles may not operate as intended. Should this occur the stop lights may fail to illuminate when the footbrake is applied.
Remedy: Recall the affected vehicles for replacement of the stop light switch with a switch of the latest specification.
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 Fiesta, 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.