Various models

Fire Motor vehicles Serious risk
Alert NumberA12/0168/18
BrandFord
CategoryMotor vehicles
Risk TypeFire
Notifying CountryUnited Kingdom
Country of OriginSpain
Model NumberKuga, Focus, C-Max, Fiesta ST, Transit Connect
Published9 February 2018

Risk Description

Localised overheating of the engine cylinder head can occur due to the engine not containing sufficient coolant. This may cause the cylinder head to crack, causing a pressurised oil leak that may result in a fire in the engine compartment.

Measures Taken

Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ManufacturerCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: 08/01/2018

Product Description

Passenger car / van

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