Ford S-Max (2014 – 2015)

The engine control unit does not correctly detect overheating, which can allow the engine to overheat, leading to a leak of engine oil. Leaking oil can drop onto the road and create a risk of injuries to other road traffic participants.

The Ford S-Max vehicles affected by this recall were manufactured between 18 July 2014 and 19 October 2015.

Ford recall code: 17S45
Affected models: C-Max, Focus, Galaxy, Kuga, Mondeo, S-Max equipped with 2.0L Duratorq diesel engine
Vehicle numbers (worldwide): 12,455

Source: Rapex Alert 4/2024 A12/00142/24
Source: Alert 12/2018 A12/0416/18

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