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Ford Kuga recalled over a fire risk

Vehicle fire risk

On affected vehicles the high voltage battery may have some cells that could potentially develop a short circuit leading to a Stop Safely Now message and possible loss of motive power or battery thermal venting.

Check your product

Only vehicles within the listed VIN ranges or build dates are covered. A franchised dealer can confirm from your VIN.

1 identifier listed for this notice.

  • Kuga

    Build datesThe build or first registration date is on the V5C.
    • 12/06/2023 – 29/02/2024
    • 09/05/2024 – 31/05/2025
    • 10/07/2025 – 10/07/2025
    • 26/11/2019 – 16/03/2021
    • 05/06/2020 – 22/12/2020
    • 01/12/2020 – 20/04/2021
    • 16/03/2021 – 17/06/2021
    • 02/06/2021 – 21/10/2021
    • 10/09/2021 – 29/10/2021
    • 25/05/2021 – 16/02/2022
    • 02/02/2022 – 31/03/2022
    • 28/02/2022 – 31/05/2022
    • 01/06/2022 – 24/10/2022
    • 07/08/2019 – 28/11/2023
    • 10/06/2020 – 10/06/2020
    • 01/03/2023 – 09/01/2024
    • 10/05/2024 – 26/06/2025
    • 20/06/2025 – 26/09/2025
    • 25/10/2025 – 19/01/2026
    • 03/06/2025 – 03/06/2025
    • 27/06/2025 – 17/09/2025
    • 19/01/2026 – 27/02/2026
    Manufacturer referenceThe manufacturer’s own campaign number. Quote it to the dealer.
    • 25SC4

What to do now

This recall is about a fire risk.

  1. Enter your registration number on the GOV.UK recall checker, or ask a franchised dealer to check the VIN.
  2. Book the recall work with a franchised dealer for the make. Recall repairs are carried out free of charge.
  3. Make sure the DVLA has your current address, as recall letters go to the registered keeper.

Why it matters. Vehicle fires can start while driving or parked. Some manufacturers advise parking outside until the repair is done.

Repairs and costs

Manufacturers contact registered keepers using DVLA records, but letters can go astray. You can book the free repair yourself once you know your vehicle is affected.

The DVSA monitors recalls and can be contacted if a manufacturer or dealer does not act.

From the official notice

Published by the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (R/2025/527). Quoted as issued.

Summary

On affected vehicles the high voltage battery may have some cells that could potentially develop a short circuit leading to a Stop Safely Now message and possible loss of motive power or battery thermal venting.

Defect

On affected vehicles the high voltage battery may have some cells that could potentially develop a short circuit leading to a Stop Safely Now message and possible loss of motive power or battery thermal venting.

Remedy

Update the vehicle's Battery Energy Control Module software.

Models

Kuga

Open the DVSA notice

Questions

Why are Ford Kuga being recalled?

This recall is about a fire risk. Vehicle fires can start while driving or parked. Some manufacturers advise parking outside until the repair is done.

How do I know if my vehicle is affected?

Enter your registration number on the GOV.UK vehicle recall checker or ask a franchised dealer, who can check your VIN against the manufacturer’s campaign. The VIN ranges and build dates published by the DVSA are listed on this page.

What should I do now?

Enter your registration number on the GOV.UK recall checker, or ask a franchised dealer to check the VIN. Book the recall work with a franchised dealer for the make. Recall repairs are carried out free of charge.

Will the repair cost anything?

Manufacturers contact registered keepers using DVLA records, but letters can go astray. You can book the free repair yourself once you know your vehicle is affected. The DVSA monitors recalls and can be contacted if a manufacturer or dealer does not act.

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