Ford Mondeo 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 Mondeo, launched from 1994 to 2026. 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 Mondeo recalls at a glance
- Recalls
- 31
- 1994 to 2026
- Latest recall
- 5 May 2026
- R/2026/181
Source: DVSA RecallsFile.csv, recalls launched from 1992 to October 2026, downloaded 31 October 2026. Open Government Licence v3.0.
Every Ford Mondeo 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.
Multi Vehicle Line (MVL): Telecommunications Control Module (TCU) loss of Function Software Update
R/2026/181, launched 5 May 2026. Also covers the Focus, Galaxy, Kuga, Puma, S-Max
Defect: Affected vehicles may experience a loss of emergency call system (eCall) functionality which impacts both automatic and manual eCall events.
Remedy: Update the Telematics Control Unit software to the latest level.
CrossCar: Sync3 Rear-View Camera Software Update
R/2025/359, launched 8 September 2025. Also covers the EcoSport, Edge, Explorer, Fiesta, Focus, Galaxy, Kuga, 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.
X-Car Powertain Control Module (PCM) Software Update
R/2025/094, launched 19 December 2024. Also covers the B-Max, Cmax, EcoSport, Fiesta, Focus, Galaxy, Kuga, 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.
Brake Hose Leak
R/2026/076, launched 23 May 2024. Also covers the Edge, Galaxy, S-Max
Defect: On affected vehicles there is the possibility of the front brake hoses leaking.
Remedy: Replace both front brake hoses and modify the hose routing and ride height sensor if necessary.
TAKATA AIR BAG INFLATOR MAY RUPTURE ON DEPLOYMENT
R/2020/013, launched 30 October 2020, 219,738 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Galaxy, S-Max
Defect: Drivers airbag may not deploy correctly
Remedy: Replace Driver air bag assembly
POTENTIAL BATTERY ACID LEAKAGE AROUND NEGATIVE TERMINAL
R/2019/212, launched 29 August 2019, 56,154 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Galaxy, S-Max
Defect: Possible thermal incident within the battery monitor sensor wiring
Remedy: Install a fused jumper loom into the battery monitor sensor wiring
OVERHEATING OF THE ENGINE CYLINDER HEAD MAY CAUSE THE CYLINDER HEAD TO CRACK
R/2019/020, launched 14 June 2019, 4,026 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Galaxy, S-Max
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: A coolant level sensor needs to be fitted to provide an audible and visual warning to the customer and in extreme circumstances reduce the engine power.
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 C-Max, Focus, Galaxy, Kuga, 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.
THE TILT/SLIDE ROOF OPENING PANEL GLASS S NOT CORRECTLY BONDED TO ITS MOUNTING
R/2018/257, launched 19 December 2018, 11 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: Tilt/slide roof opening panel glass is not correctly bonded to its mounting.
Remedy: Install a new roof opening glass panel on affected vehicles.
POSSIBLE LOW TORQUE CONDITION WITH THE AIR CONDITIONING CLUTCH FASTENER
R/2018/213, launched 7 November 2018, 3,021 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Edge, Galaxy, S-Max
Defect: A/C Compressor pulley may become detached.
Remedy: On affected vehicles fit a new A/C compressor clutch pulley.
CLUTCH PRESSURE PLATE MAY FRACTURE
R/2018/082, launched 16 July 2018, 122,199 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the C-Max, Focus, Galaxy, Kuga, 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.
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 C-Max, Focus, Galaxy, Kuga, 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.
SEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONER MAY MALFUNCTION
R/2017/020, launched 22 February 2017, 9 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: The driver side front seat belt pre-tensioner cable could separate during deployment leaving the driver inadequately restrained in a collision which increases the risk of injury.
Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and fit a new driver side front seat belt assembly.
HEADLAMPS MAY SWITCH OFF WITHOUT WARNING
R/2016/113, launched 20 June 2016, 9,705 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Edge, Galaxy, S-Max
Defect: Vehicles fitted with Adaptive LED Headlamps could experience a condition where the loss of a control signal in combination with a software error may cause the headlamps to switch off. There is a risk of collision if defect happens at night.
Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and updated software will be loaded to the affected modules.
FIRE MAY OCCUR
R/2013/103, launched 13 September 2013, 1,985 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Galaxy, S-Max
Defect: It is possible that a leak can occur between the injector spill rail connection and the plastic fuel return pipe. This can cause leakage of fuel which can either pool on the engine cylinder head and then become deposited onto the road surface where it could cause a skid risk to other motorist or if the fuel comes into contact with extremely hot engine components an exhaust manifold for instance it is possible that an under bonnet fire could ensue.
Remedy: Recall all affected vehicles inspect the fuel spill rail/return pipe and if required replace the spill rail with a new modified rail.
HEADLIGHTS AND INDICATORS MAY MALFUNTION
R/2011/040, launched 18 May 2011, 4 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Cmax, Galaxy
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.
HARD BRAKE PEDAL MAY OCCUR DURING ENGINE WARM UP
R/2009/050, launched 21 May 2009, 13,029 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Cmax, Focus, Galaxy, Kuga, S-Max
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.
ABS MAY NOT FUNCTION CORRECTLY
R/2009/043, launched 9 April 2009, 2 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Galaxy
Defect: The brakes may lock up under emergency braking conditions due to valves in the hydraulic control unit being of incorrect specification.
Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the hydraulic control unit.
POSSIBLE UNEXPECTED BRAKING.
R/2004/132, launched 2 August 2004, 91 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: The yaw rate sensor may be out of specification which may lead to unexpected braking
Remedy: Recall affected vehicles inspect sensors and renew as necessary
THERE IS A POSSIBILITY OF UNEXPECTED BRAKING.
R/2004/065, launched 30 April 2004, 205 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: Yaw rate sensor out of specification the effect of which may result in unexpected braking
Remedy: Likely to be affected vehicles will be recalled for inspection of the yaw sensors which will be replaced as necessary.
MODIFICATION OF HANDBRAKE LEVER
R/2003/083, launched 4 August 2003, 72,682 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: The handbrake may not hold the vehicle stationary when parked if it is not applied as directed in the owner literature.
Remedy: Fit a revised handbrake assembly with an improved leverage ratio.
POWER STEERING PRESSURE HOSE MAY CHAFE ON ENGINE INLET MANIFOLD.
R/2003/007, launched 3 February 2003, 801 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: The power steering pressure hose may chafe on the engine inlet manifold. This could ultimately result in an oil leak and a loss of power assistance to the steering.
Remedy: Fit latest production level revised routing power steering pressure hose.
BATTERY CABLE MAY CHAFE AND SHORT CIRCUIT
R/2002/088, launched 10 July 2002, 8,888 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: Battery cable may chafe on transmission valve cover plate.
Remedy: Recall affected vehicles check cable insulation repair if necessary and retain cable clear of cover plate.
PARKING BRAKE CONCERN.
R/2002/018, launched 20 April 2002, 55,515 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: Under certain parking conditions the vehicle handbrake may not prevent the vehicle from moving.
Remedy: Ford Dealers will fit an extension block to both rear caliper handbrake actuation levers.
PARKING BRAKE RATCHET CONCERN
R/2001/113, launched 8 October 2001, 32,642 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Cougar
Defect: The design of the parking brake ratchet teeth can allow a partial engagement resulting in damage to the tooth which can then slip to the next tooth. If ignored the wear will continue on the next tooth and the efficiency of the parking brake may become insufficient to hold the vehicle in place.
Remedy: Replace parking brake lever assembly with one that has a revised tooth profile.
BRAKE FLUID MAY LEAK FROM PRESSURE LIMITING VALVE
R/2000/042, launched 30 May 2000, 160,373 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: Corrosion of the rear brake pressure limiting valve may allow brake fluid to leak from a joint.
Remedy: Recall affected vehicles and replace pressure limiting valve.
DOOR LATCH CONCERN
R/1999/084, launched 7 October 1999, 32,232 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Cougar, Focus
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.
UNEXPECTED DEPLOYMENT OF PASSENGER AIR BAG
R/1998/037, launched 9 June 1998, 15,780 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Escort, Scorpio
Defect: Unexpected passenger air bag deployment due to an electrostatic discharge through the air bag igniter.
Remedy: Recall affected vehicles and fit ground wire to passenger air bag
POSSIBLE FAILURE OF OFFSIDE FRONT BRAKE CALIPER
R/1996/040, launched 15 March 1996, 1,812 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: It is possible that some Mondeo vehicles may have been fitted with a right hand front brake caliper where the casting is not to specification. In time this may result in fluid leakage with the loss of one brake circuit.
Remedy: Recall the affected vehicles for a check on the manufacturing date of the subject caliper. Caliper units falling within the affected range will be replaced.
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, Fiesta
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
FAILURE OF HEADLAMPS
R/1994/038, launched 26 September 1994, 211,452 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: A possibility exists that excessive torque generated when turning on the headlamp switch may induce an internal open circuit and cause the headlamps to go out.
Remedy: Recall the affected vehicles for replacement of the headlamp switch with a revised component.
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 Mondeo, 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.