Ford Kuga: Heated Washer Jets May Overheat
Ford Kuga Heated Washer Jets Recall Ford is recalling 4,382 Kuga vehicles because the heated washer jets may have poorly sealed heating elements that can corrode and overheat. An overheating jet could damage the nozzle housing and potentially cause heat or fire damage to the cowl grille, accompanied by smoke and a burning smell. Ford will replace the washer jets on affected vehicles.
- Recalling firm
- FORD
- Product
- Vehicles: FORD KUGA. Units affected: 4,382
- Reason
- The heated washer jets fitted to some Kuga vehicles may have jet heating elements that are not correctly sealed. There is a possibility that poor sealing could lead to corrosion due to water ingress and subsequent overheating of the jets. An overheating jet element will damage the nozzle housing and may cause local heat/fire damage to the cowl grille accompanied by smoke and burning smell. Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and fit new washer jets.
- Classification
- Class I
- Category
- vehicle recall
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Agency
- UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
- Recall date
- 2017-06-05
- Status
- Ongoing
- Distribution
- United Kingdom
Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
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