Ford Kuga: 25sc4 Kuga - Do Not Charge High Voltage Battery To Levels Above 80%

Ford Kuga Recall Summary Ford is recalling 26,375 Kuga vehicles because the high voltage battery may develop a short circuit in some cells, which could cause a Stop Safely Now warning message and loss of power or battery venting. Owners should charge the battery to no more than 80% until Ford provides a fix. No remedy is currently available.

Recalling firm
FORD
Product
Vehicles: FORD KUGA. Units affected: 49,466
Reason
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.
Category
vehicle recall
Country
United Kingdom
Agency
UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
Recall date
2025-11-04
Status
Ongoing
Distribution
United Kingdom

Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency

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