Ford Galaxy, S-Max Recall R/2007/003: Heated Windscreen Earth Point May Not Be Tightened: Risk Of Burn Damage To Trim, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 10 Jan 2007
- Launched
- 5,153
- vehicles in the UK
- R/2007/003
- DVSA reference
Ford recalled Galaxy, S-Max vehicles built between 1 December 2005 and 28 June 2006. The heated windscreen earthing point may not have been tightened to the specified torque. The dealer will inspect the subject earthing point for correct installation and torque. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
The heated windscreen earthing point may not have been tightened to the specified torque. An incorrect torque may lead to electrical arcing and in extreme cases this arcing may cause scorching or burning of the surrounding trim components.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: HEATED WINDSCREEN EARTH POINT MAY NOT BE TIGHTENED - RISK OF BURN DAMAGE TO TRIM Defect: It has been identified that on subject vehicles the heated windscreen earthing point may not have been tightened to the specified torque. An incorrect torque may lead to electrical arcing and in extreme cases this arcing may cause scorching or burning of the surrounding trim components. Remedy: Recalled vehicles will have the subject earthing point inspected for correct installation and torque.
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The Risk
If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could lead to electrical arcing and in extreme cases this arcing may cause scorching or burning of the surrounding trim components.
The Fix
The dealer will inspect the subject earthing point for correct installation and torque.
Are You Affected?
Galaxy, S-Max built between 1 December 2005 and 28 June 2006 may be included. Ford estimates 5,153 vehicles in the UK. Enter your registration to check, then confirm by VIN with Ford, because not every car in the date range may be included.
Which Car Is It?
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What To Do Now
- Check your car by registration above, then by VIN with Ford.
- Book with any franchised Ford dealer, quoting the DVSA reference R/2007/003. See how to get a Ford recall fixed.
- Follow the letter's instructions until the repair is done. See can you drive a car with a recall?.
Related Recalls
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|---|---|---|---|
| Focus, Galaxy, Kuga, Mondeo and 2 moreMulti vehicle line (MVL): telecommunications control module (TCU) loss of function software update | Book soon | R/2026/181 | |
| Ecosport, Edge, Explorer, Fiesta and 11 moreRear-View camera software update | Low | R/2025/359 | |
| Galaxy, Kuga, S-MaxPowertrain control module (PCM) software update | Urgent | R/2025/243 | |
| B-Max, Cmax, Ecosport, Fiesta MCA and 9 moreX-Car powertain control module (PCM) software update | Low | R/2025/094 | |
| Edge, Galaxy, Mondeo, S-MaxBrake hose leak | Urgent | R/2026/076 |
This is one of 378 Ford recalls in DVSA’s data. The Ford recall launched before it was R/2006/147 on 25 Sep 2006, for speed control deactivation switch may overheat and catch fire. The one launched after it was R/2007/015 on 23 Feb 2007, for possible partial detachment of front suspension lower arm. You can also see every Ford recall, all recalls launched in 2007 and fire risk recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2007/003, launched 10 January 2007. Data updated 15 October 2026. How we grade urgency.
Sources
- The Code does not itself say repairs are free. GOV.UK guidance says "You will not usually have to pay for any repairs or parts under a safety recall." gov.uk Checked 15 Oct 2026.