Ford Kuga Recall R/2016/067: Risk Of Fire, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 18 Nov 2016
- Launched
- 20,358
- vehicles in the UK
- 15B35
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Ford recalled Kuga vehicles built between 15 January 2008 and 17 May 2010. The heated washer jets may have jet heating elements which are not correctly sealed. The recall notice describes the fix as: that are likely to be affected and fit new washer jets. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
The heated washer jets may have jet heating elements which are not correctly sealed. There is a possibility that poor sealing could lead to corrosion due to water ingress and subsequent overheating of the jets. An overheating jet element will damage the nozzle housing and may cause local heat/fire damage to the cowl grille accompanied by smoke and burning smell.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: RISK OF FIRE Defect: The heated washer jets may have jet heating elements which are not correctly sealed. There is a possibility that poor sealing could lead to corrosion due to water ingress and subsequent overheating of the jets. An overheating jet element will damage the nozzle housing and may cause local heat/fire damage to the cowl grille accompanied by smoke and burning smell. Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and fit new washer jets.
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The Risk
If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could lead to corrosion due to water ingress and subsequent overheating of the jets.
The Fix
The recall notice describes the fix as: that are likely to be affected and fit new washer jets.
Are You Affected?
Kuga built between 15 January 2008 and 17 May 2010 may be included. Ford estimates 20,358 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 campaign code 15B35 or the DVSA reference R/2016/067. 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?.
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|---|---|---|---|
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| Kuga, Mach-E, Transit, Transit Courier and 1 moreUnintended high beam behaviour: compliance | Book soon | R/2026/268 | |
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This is one of 378 Ford recalls in DVSA’s data. The Ford recall launched before it was R/2016/239 on 27 Oct 2016, for seat belt anchor bolt security. The one launched after it was R/2016/244 on 9 Jan 2017, for panoramic roof glass may detach. You can also see every Ford recall, the Ford Kuga recall history, all recalls launched in 2016 and fire risk recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2016/067, launched 18 November 2016. 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.