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Ford Mondeo safety recalls

Every road vehicle recall DVSA lists for the Ford Mondeo since 1992: what the problem is, how it is put right, how many vehicles it covers and when they were built. Newest first.

Recalls for the Ford Mondeo. Also see car recalls by year and make.

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Records analysed
31 recalls matched to this model
Methodology
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  • Recalls since 1992 31 launched 1994 to 2026
  • Most recent 5 May 2026 DVSA recall R/2026/181
  • Recalls 2016 to 2025 13 launched in those ten years
  • Busiest year 2018 4 recalls launched

Does a recall affect your Ford Mondeo?

Not every Ford Mondeo is affected. Each recall covers cars built on particular dates or with particular VINs, which DVSA’s file does not list in full. To check a specific car, use GOV.UK’s vehicle recall check with its registration, or ask the manufacturer or a dealer, who can check the VIN.

Ford Mondeo recalls by year

Recalls launched each year, 1994 to 2026

2018 had the most, with 4. 2026 runs to 14 September 2026. A count of recalls is not a measure of safety: one recall can cover a handful of cars or tens of thousands.

Ford Mondeo safety recalls by year of launch
Year Recalls
’94 1
’95 0
’96 2
’97 0
’98 1
’99 1
’00 1
’01 1
’02 2
’03 2
’04 2
’05 0
’06 0
’07 0
’08 0
’09 2
’10 0
’11 1
’12 0
’13 1
’14 0
’15 0
’16 1
’17 1
’18 4
’19 3
’20 1
’21 0
’22 0
’23 0
’24 2
’25 1
’26 1

Source:DVSA,UK Motoring analysis January 1992 to September 2026 Updated

Every Ford Mondeo recall, newest first

2026 1 recall

Multi Vehicle Line (MVL): Telecommunications Control Module (TCU) loss of Function Software Update

Launched 5 May 2026 DVSA recall R/2026/181 Manufacturer ref. 26C13

Defect
Affected vehicles may experience a loss of emergency call system (eCall) functionality which impacts both automatic and manual eCall events.
Remedy
Update the Telematics Control Unit software to the latest level.
Vehicles affected
13 Mondeo vehicles
Built
14 Nov 2019 to 12 Nov 2020

2025 1 recall

CrossCar: Sync3 Rear-View Camera Software Update

Launched 8 September 2025 DVSA recall R/2025/359 Manufacturer ref. 25S72

Defect
On affected vehicles a software problem may result in issues with the rear-view camera that reduce the driver’s view or with it remaining on after a reversing event.
Remedy
Update the vehicle software to the latest level.
Vehicles affected
1 Mondeo vehicle
Built
20 Sept 2019

2024 2 recalls

X-Car Powertain Control Module (PCM) Software Update

Launched 19 December 2024 DVSA recall R/2025/094 Manufacturer ref. 24E06

Defect
Affected vehicles may develop a crack in the Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF).
Remedy
Update software to prevent a cracked DPF. Test and replace DPFs that are already cracked.
Vehicles affected
3,532 Mondeo vehicles
Built
18 Jan 2019 to 14 Mar 2019, 20 Mar 2019 to 30 May 2019 and 31 May 2019 to 31 Mar 2021, and 1 other period

Brake Hose Leak

Launched 23 May 2024 DVSA recall R/2026/076 Manufacturer ref. 22B44

Defect
On affected vehicles there is the possibility of the front brake hoses leaking.
Remedy
Replace both front brake hoses and modify the hose routing and ride height sensor if necessary.
Vehicles affected
19,006 Mondeo vehicles
Built
19 May 2014 to 8 Jul 2017

2020 1 recall

Takata air bag inflator may rupture on deployment

Launched 30 October 2020 DVSA recall R/2020/013 Manufacturer ref. 20S32

Defect
Drivers airbag may not deploy correctly
Remedy
Replace Driver air bag assembly
Vehicles affected
219,738 across everything the recall covers
Built
6 Feb 2007 to 28 Feb 2017
Also covers

2019 3 recalls

Potential battery acid leakage around negative terminal

Launched 29 August 2019 DVSA recall R/2019/212 Manufacturer ref. 18P11

Defect
Possible thermal incident within the battery monitor sensor wiring
Remedy
Install a fused jumper loom into the battery monitor sensor wiring
Vehicles affected
56,154 across everything the recall covers
Built
13 Feb 2014 to 11 Feb 2019
Also covers

Overheating of the engine cylinder head may cause the cylinder head to crack

Launched 14 June 2019 DVSA recall R/2019/020 Manufacturer ref. 17S09

Defect
localized overheating of the engine cylinder head may cause the cylinder head to crack.This may cause a pressurized oil leak which in extreme circumstances could result in a fire in the engine compartment.
Remedy
A coolant level sensor needs to be fitted to provide an audible and visual warning to the customer and in extreme circumstances reduce the engine power.
Vehicles affected
4,026 across everything the recall covers
Built
2 Jun 2010 to 20 Dec 2014
Also covers

Vehicle could suffer clutch pressure plate fracture

Launched 22 February 2019 DVSA recall R/2018/351 Manufacturer ref. 18S39

Defect
A number of vehicles fitted with a 1.0 1.5 or 1.6 Ecoboost engine and 6-speed manual transmission could suffer clutch pressure plate fracture. This results in clutch smell reduced vehicle speed and performance. In the unlikely event of clutch pressure plate fracture a noise (thud / bang) could be heard from the vicinity of the transmission in extreme cases resulting in clutch / transmission fragments being released and striking under hood components creating a risk of smoke and fire from the under hood area.
Remedy
To prevent the repeated heating /cooling events a new calibration has been developed for vehicles fitted with Engine Stop Start feature. The software with the additional feature sets the Instrument panel Wrench light and de-rates the engine performance if prolonged clutch slip is detected. The software feature includes a drive cycle strategy for latching the wrench light and engine performance de-rate if the customer should experience repeated clutch slip events. For vehicles that do not have Engine Stop Start feature an alternative clutch kit has been released.
Vehicles affected
66,497 across everything the recall covers
Built
30 Jun 2016 to 30 May 2018

2018 4 recalls

The tilt/slide roof opening panel glass S not correctly bonded to its mounting

Launched 19 December 2018 DVSA recall R/2018/257 Manufacturer ref. 18S26

Defect
Tilt/slide roof opening panel glass is not correctly bonded to its mounting.
Remedy
Install a new roof opening glass panel on affected vehicles.
Vehicles affected
11 Mondeo vehicles
Built
22 Aug 2017 to 14 Dec 2017

Possible low torque condition with the air conditioning clutch fastener

Launched 7 November 2018 DVSA recall R/2018/213 Manufacturer ref. 18S23

Defect
A/C Compressor pulley may become detached.
Remedy
On affected vehicles fit a new A/C compressor clutch pulley.
Vehicles affected
3,021 across everything the recall covers
Built
1 Sept 2014 to 20 Apr 2018

Clutch pressure plate may fracture

Launched 16 July 2018 DVSA recall R/2018/082 Manufacturer ref. 18S07

Defect
Affected vehicles fitted with a 1.0 1.5 or 1.6 Ecoboost engine and 6-speed manual transmission could suffer clutch pressure plate fracture. This results in clutch smell reduced vehicle speed and performance. In the unlikely event of clutch pressure plate fracture a noise (thud / bang) could be heard from the vicinity of the transmission in extreme cases resulting in clutch / transmission fragments being released and striking under hood components creating a risk of smoke and fire from the under hood area.
Remedy
To prevent the repeated heating /cooling events a new calibration has been developed for vehicles fitted with Engine Stop Start feature. The software with the additional feature sets the Instrument panel Wrench light and de-rates the engine performance if prolonged clutch slip is detected. The software feature includes a drive cycle strategy for latching the wrench light and engine performance de-rate if the customer should experience repeated clutch slip events. For vehicles that do not have Engine Stop Start feature an alternative clutch kit has been released.
Vehicles affected
122,199 across everything the recall covers
Built
1 Aug 2009 to 30 Jun 2016

Oil sump may crack due to the engine overheating

Launched 12 March 2018 DVSA recall R/2018/053 Manufacturer ref. 17S45

Defect
The engine control module calibration may not adequately detect an overheat condition in certain 2.0L Duratorq Diesel engines. In extreme cases an overheated engine can result in a breach of the oil sump leading to loss of the engine oil.
Remedy
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and download revised software for the control module calibration that improves overheat detection and provides an instrument cluster warning indicator to the driver and engine de-rate strategy.
Vehicles affected
48,595 across everything the recall covers
Built
19 Sept 2014 to 28 Sept 2015

2017 1 recall

Seat belt pre-tensioner may malfunction

Launched 22 February 2017 DVSA recall R/2017/020 Manufacturer ref. 16S42

Defect
The driver side front seat belt pre-tensioner cable could separate during deployment leaving the driver inadequately restrained in a collision which increases the risk of injury.
Remedy
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and fit a new driver side front seat belt assembly.
Vehicles affected
9 Mondeo vehicles
Built
5 Aug 2014 to 31 Jul 2016

2016 1 recall

Headlamps may switch off without warning

Launched 20 June 2016 DVSA recall R/2016/113 Manufacturer ref. 16S21

Defect
Vehicles fitted with Adaptive LED Headlamps could experience a condition where the loss of a control signal in combination with a software error may cause the headlamps to switch off. There is a risk of collision if defect happens at night.
Remedy
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and updated software will be loaded to the affected modules.
Vehicles affected
9,705 across everything the recall covers
Built
3 May 2014 to 22 Dec 2015

2013 1 recall

Fire may occur

Launched 13 September 2013 DVSA recall R/2013/103 Manufacturer ref. 3C522

Defect
It is possible that a leak can occur between the injector spill rail connection and the plastic fuel return pipe. This can cause leakage of fuel which can either pool on the engine cylinder head and then become deposited onto the road surface where it could cause a skid risk to other motorist or if the fuel comes into contact with extremely hot engine components an exhaust manifold for instance it is possible that an under bonnet fire could ensue.
Remedy
Recall all affected vehicles inspect the fuel spill rail/return pipe and if required replace the spill rail with a new modified rail.
Vehicles affected
1,985 across everything the recall covers
Built
12 Jan 2012 to 11 Feb 2013
Also covers

2011 1 recall

Headlights and indicators may malfuntion

Launched 18 May 2011 DVSA recall R/2011/040 Manufacturer ref. 1D381

Defect
Vehicles affected could demonstrate symptoms such as headlamps and indicators flashing unintentionally and/or headlamps switching off. The concern is due to software errors.
Remedy
The vehicles that are likely to be affected are to be recalled to have modified software applied to the Body Control Module and Power Train Control Module.
Vehicles affected
4 across everything the recall covers
Built
Build dates not given
Also covers

2009 2 recalls

Hard brake pedal may occur during engine warm up

Launched 21 May 2009 DVSA recall R/2009/050 Manufacturer ref. 9U225

Defect
During engine warm up it is possible that the non return valve within the vacuum pump may stick. It is possible that if sufficient brake applications are made before the valve releases the vacuum stored within the brake booster will be used up and a hard brake pedal and longer stopping distances may result.
Remedy
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to fit a revised design of non return valve to the brake vacuum pump.
Vehicles affected
13,029 across everything the recall covers
Built
1 Nov 2008 to 12 Mar 2009

ABS may not function correctly

Launched 9 April 2009 DVSA recall R/2009/043 Manufacturer ref. 9U226

Defect
The brakes may lock up under emergency braking conditions due to valves in the hydraulic control unit being of incorrect specification.
Remedy
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the hydraulic control unit.
Vehicles affected
2 across everything the recall covers
Built
Build dates not given
Also covers

2004 2 recalls

Possible unexpected braking.

Launched 2 August 2004 DVSA recall R/2004/132 Manufacturer ref. 4U946

Defect
The yaw rate sensor may be out of specification which may lead to unexpected braking
Remedy
Recall affected vehicles inspect sensors and renew as necessary
Vehicles affected
91 Mondeo vehicles
Built
22 Jun 2004 to 9 Jul 2004

There is a possibility of unexpected braking.

Launched 30 April 2004 DVSA recall R/2004/065

Defect
Yaw rate sensor out of specification the effect of which may result in unexpected braking
Remedy
Likely to be affected vehicles will be recalled for inspection of the yaw sensors which will be replaced as necessary.
Vehicles affected
205 Mondeo vehicles
Built
17 Feb 2004 to 11 Mar 2004

2003 2 recalls

Modification of handbrake lever

Launched 4 August 2003 DVSA recall R/2003/083 Manufacturer ref. 3C883

Defect
The handbrake may not hold the vehicle stationary when parked if it is not applied as directed in the owner literature.
Remedy
Fit a revised handbrake assembly with an improved leverage ratio.
Vehicles affected
72,682 Mondeo vehicles
Built
Build dates not given

Power steering pressure hose may chafe on engine inlet manifold.

Launched 3 February 2003 DVSA recall R/2003/007 Manufacturer ref. 2C864

Defect
The power steering pressure hose may chafe on the engine inlet manifold. This could ultimately result in an oil leak and a loss of power assistance to the steering.
Remedy
Fit latest production level revised routing power steering pressure hose.
Vehicles affected
801 Mondeo vehicles
Built
5 Mar 2002 to 14 Nov 2002

2002 2 recalls

Battery cable may chafe and short circuit

Launched 10 July 2002 DVSA recall R/2002/088 Manufacturer ref. 2U825

Defect
Battery cable may chafe on transmission valve cover plate.
Remedy
Recall affected vehicles check cable insulation repair if necessary and retain cable clear of cover plate.
Vehicles affected
8,888 Mondeo vehicles
Built
1 Jun 2000 to 31 May 2002

Parking brake concern.

Launched 20 April 2002 DVSA recall R/2002/018 Manufacturer ref. 2C792

Defect
Under certain parking conditions the vehicle handbrake may not prevent the vehicle from moving.
Remedy
Ford Dealers will fit an extension block to both rear caliper handbrake actuation levers.
Vehicles affected
55,515 Mondeo vehicles
Built
1 Oct 2000 to 5 Jul 2001

2001 1 recall

Parking brake ratchet concern

Launched 8 October 2001 DVSA recall R/2001/113 Manufacturer ref. 1C767

Defect
The design of the parking brake ratchet teeth can allow a partial engagement resulting in damage to the tooth which can then slip to the next tooth. If ignored the wear will continue on the next tooth and the efficiency of the parking brake may become insufficient to hold the vehicle in place.
Remedy
Replace parking brake lever assembly with one that has a revised tooth profile.
Vehicles affected
32,642 across everything the recall covers
Built
1 Nov 1999 to 1 May 2000
Also covers

2000 1 recall

Brake fluid may leak from pressure limiting valve

Launched 30 May 2000 DVSA recall R/2000/042 Manufacturer ref. 0C653

Defect
Corrosion of the rear brake pressure limiting valve may allow brake fluid to leak from a joint.
Remedy
Recall affected vehicles and replace pressure limiting valve.
Vehicles affected
160,373 Mondeo vehicles
Built
2 Jan 1996 to 7 Aug 1998

1999 1 recall

Door latch concern

Launched 7 October 1999 DVSA recall R/1999/084

Defect
Some vehicles have been built with door latches which may not be to specification. An internal plastic pawl within the assembly may seize which results in the latch failing to function as designed preventing the door being securely shut.
Remedy
Recall affected vehicles and fit quality assured replacement door latches.
Vehicles affected
32,232 across everything the recall covers
Built
3 Sept 1998 to 18 Nov 1998
Also covers

1998 1 recall

Unexpected deployment of passenger air bag

Launched 9 June 1998 DVSA recall R/1998/037

Defect
Unexpected passenger air bag deployment due to an electrostatic discharge through the air bag igniter.
Remedy
Recall affected vehicles and fit ground wire to passenger air bag
Vehicles affected
15,780 across everything the recall covers
Built
1 Aug 1996 to 28 Feb 1998
Also covers

1996 2 recalls

Possible failure of offside front brake caliper

Launched 15 March 1996 DVSA recall R/1996/040

Defect
It is possible that some Mondeo vehicles may have been fitted with a right hand front brake caliper where the casting is not to specification. In time this may result in fluid leakage with the loss of one brake circuit.
Remedy
Recall the affected vehicles for a check on the manufacturing date of the subject caliper. Caliper units falling within the affected range will be replaced.
Vehicles affected
1,812 Mondeo vehicles
Built
10 Oct 1995 to 12 Oct 1995

Failure of braking system vacuum assistance

Launched 23 January 1996 DVSA recall R/1996/022

Defect
The brake vacuum pump may cease to provide vacuum assistance. Should this occur greater brake pedal pressure would be needed and stopping distances may be increased.
Remedy
The affected vehicles are being recalled to Ford dealers to have the brake pump manufacturing codes checked. Vacuum pumps within certain ranges will be replaced with new units. This campaign supersedes recall R1995/081 and includes all the vehicles alrea
Vehicles affected
56,864 across everything the recall covers
Built
from 19 Jun 1995

1994 1 recall

Failure of headlamps

Launched 26 September 1994 DVSA recall R/1994/038

Defect
A possibility exists that excessive torque generated when turning on the headlamp switch may induce an internal open circuit and cause the headlamps to go out.
Remedy
Recall the affected vehicles for replacement of the headlamp switch with a revised component.
Vehicles affected
211,452 vehicles
Built
1 Oct 1992 to 14 Jul 1993

Data sources and methodology

Datasets used on this page
Figures Source Period Records Updated
Safety recalls Vehicle safety recalls Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
Derived statistics UK Motoring 		January 1992 to September 2026 31 recalls matched to this model 15 September 2026
  • Road vehicle recalls (DVSA numbers starting R/) whose model names match the Ford Mondeo. DVSA records some recalls under a range or chassis name we cannot match, so this list may be incomplete.
  • Vehicles affected is the number the manufacturer reported to DVSA. When one recall covers several models, DVSA often gives only the total.
  • Build dates are the periods the manufacturer gave. Some recalls have none. VINs are not shown.
  • Concerns written in capitals have been put in sentence case, and apostrophes lost in DVSA’s file have been put back. The text is otherwise DVSA’s.
How we calculate these figures All data sources

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