Last update 16. 02. 2024
Common problems with the Ford C-Max
Some problems will only occur after many years of operation, others are related to technical solutions and forced the manufacturer to issue a recall. In the following overview, you will find the most common problems for the Ford C-Max, for which Ford has announced a recall through the EU Rapex system. For recalls and faults found in the UK scroll down.
If the problem is corrected in time, it may not affect the overall reliability of your Ford C-Max. However, the fault can often remain unresolved because the previous owner didn´t know about the recall or ignored the manufacturer’s letter.
The good news is that automakers usually provide unlimited time to correct such defects for free. Check to see if all of the potential problems with your Ford C-Max have been resolved in the past. How to do it, we give advice on a special page.
Latest C-Max’s Issues in the EU
If you wish to know more about eventual problems of a specific car (e.g. real mileage, potential traffic accidents damages, odometer rollback, repairs, etc.), then we suggest going to HPI-Check.
See also: Ford C-Max Owners’ Reviews.
Latest C-Max’s Issues in the UK
- FORD CMAX – WIPER MOTOR MAY FAIL AND OVERHEAT
on 04/08/2018FORD CMAX ( 02/04/2003 – 03/03/2005) DEFECT: Water may enter the wiper motor via the wiper arm spindle. If the water contains salt it is possible that an […]
- FORD CMAX – ELECTRONIC PARKING BRAKE MAY NOT APPLYon 04/08/2018
FORD CMAX ( 16/07/2003 – 08/07/2004) DEFECT: If the ignition key is switched from ON to OFF and the key removed within 0.5 seconds the parking brake may […]
- FORD CMAX – FAILURE OF POWER STEERING HOSE COULD RESULT IN AN ENGINE BAY FIREon 04/08/2018
FORD CMAX ( 02/04/2008 – 15/05/2008) DEFECT: It has been identified that a batch of vehicles may have been fitted with section of power assisted steering […]
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