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Ford Puma recalled over a loss of power risk

Loss of power

Affected vehicles may experience a right-hand sided front driveshaft failure resulting in a loss of drive.

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.

  • Puma

    Build datesThe build or first registration date is on the V5C.
    • 05/09/2025 – 20/12/2025
    Manufacturer referenceThe manufacturer’s own campaign number. Quote it to the dealer.
    • 26S15

What to do now

Some Ford Puma could stall or lose drive unexpectedly.

  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. A sudden loss of power on a busy road or junction increases the risk of a collision.

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/2026/165). Quoted as issued.

Summary

Affected vehicles may experience a right-hand sided front driveshaft failure resulting in a loss of drive.

Defect

Affected vehicles may experience a right-hand sided front driveshaft failure resulting in a loss of drive.

Remedy

Inspect the right-hand side front driveshaft and replace if necessary.

Models

Puma

Open the DVSA notice

Questions

Why are Ford Puma being recalled?

Some Ford Puma could stall or lose drive unexpectedly. A sudden loss of power on a busy road or junction increases the risk of a collision.

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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