Ford Edge, Galaxy, Mondeo And 1 More Recall R/2016/113: Headlamps May Switch Off Without Warning, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Book soon
- How serious
- 20 Jun 2016
- Launched
- 9,705
- vehicles in the UK
- 16S21
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Ford recalled Edge, Galaxy, Mondeo and 1 more vehicles built between 3 May 2014 and 10 March 2016. Vehicles fitted with Adaptive LED Headlamps could experience a condition where the loss of a control signal in combination with a software error may cause the headlamps to switch off. The recall notice describes the fix as: that are likely to be affected and updated software will be loaded to the affected modules. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
Vehicles fitted with Adaptive LED Headlamps could experience a condition where the loss of a control signal in combination with a software error may cause the headlamps to switch off. There is a risk of collision if defect happens at night.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: HEADLAMPS MAY SWITCH OFF WITHOUT WARNING Defect: Vehicles fitted with Adaptive LED Headlamps could experience a condition where the loss of a control signal in combination with a software error may cause the headlamps to switch off. There is a risk of collision if defect happens at night. Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and updated software will be loaded to the affected modules.
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The Risk
If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could cause the headlamps to switch off.
The Fix
The recall notice describes the fix as: that are likely to be affected and updated software will be loaded to the affected modules. The fix is a software update, which usually takes under an hour at the dealer.
Are You Affected?
Edge, Galaxy, Mondeo and 1 more built between 3 May 2014 and 10 March 2016 may be included. Ford estimates 9,705 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.
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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 16S21 or the DVSA reference R/2016/113. 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
| Launched | Vehicle and fault | Severity | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Edge, Mustang, Transit ConnectRear-view camera distorted and/or loss of image | Low | R/2026/213 | |
| 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 |
This is one of 378 Ford recalls in DVSA’s data. The Ford recall launched before it was R/2016/102 on 23 May 2016, for fuel leak may occur. The one launched after it was R/2016/187 on 1 Sep 2016, for fire may occur. You can also see every Ford recall, all recalls launched in 2016 and software recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2016/113, launched 20 June 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.