Common problems with the Ford S-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 S-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 S-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 S-Max have been resolved in the past. How to do it, we give advice on a special page.
Latest S-Max’s Issues in the EU
The original control arm bolts on the rear suspension are prone to corrosion, which may cause them to fail. As a … .
The ammonium nitrate propellant used in the airbag inflator may experience a material alteration over time due to degradation occurring after … .
Potential leakage of battery acid around the battery negative terminal could cause the battery monitoring sensor to fail. Over time growth … .
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 S-Max Owners’ Reviews.
Latest S-Max’s Issues in the UK
- FORD S-MAX (2015 – 2020) – THE REAR SUSPENSION TOE LINKon 22. 02. 2021
FORD S-MAX (20/01/2015 – 18/02/2020) RECALL: Problem description: The Rear Suspension Toe Link bolt is exposed to corrosion growth which over ... . The post […]
- FORD S-MAX (2014 – 2019) – POTENTIAL BATTERY ACID LEAKAGEon 28. 08. 2019
FORD S-MAX (13/02/2014 – 11/02/2019) RECALL: Problem description: Possible thermal incident within the battery monitor sensor wiring. Potential battery acid […]
- FORD S-MAX (2010 – 2014) – OVERHEATING OF THE ENGINE CYLINDER HEAD MAY CAUSE IT TO CRACKon 31. 03. 2019
FORD S-MAX (15/12/2010 – 10/03/2014) RECALL: Localized overheating of the engine cylinder head may cause the cylinder head to crack. This ... . The post FORD […]
