Ford Focus: Risk Of Fire

Ford is recalling 53,172 Focus and C-Max vehicles sold in the United Kingdom because road salt exposure can cause the engine cooling fan module to corrode, overheat, and catch fire. Ford will modify the wiring and install a water shield on the module to fix the problem. This is classified as a serious safety issue.

Recalling firm

FORD

Product

Vehicles: FORD FOCUS, FORD CMAX. Units affected: 53,172

Reason

Due to high road salt usage in winter the engine cooling fan module may suffer from corrosion and may overheat and ignite. Remedy: Recall affected vehicles to modify wiring loom and to fit water shield to module.

Classification

Class I

Category

vehicle recall

Country

United Kingdom

Agency

UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency

Recall date

2011-07-13

Status

Ongoing

Distribution

United Kingdom

Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency

Recall details on Nibble Recalls: https://trynibble.app/recalls/c9e6381a-9e60-4feb-a766-2d7f3532829d