Ford Galaxy, S-Max Recall R/2022/182: A Number Of Vehicles Fitted With Adaptive Headlamps Will Not Display A Warning Message, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Book soon
- How serious
- 23 Jun 2022
- Launched
- 2,260
- vehicles in the UK
- 22C08
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Ford recalled Galaxy, S-Max vehicles built between 9 November 2018 and 25 April 2022. Vehicles fitted with Adaptive Headlamps will not display a warning message should a failure of the module that controls the Adaptive Headlamps occur. The dealer will update the Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) software. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
Vehicles fitted with Adaptive Headlamps will not display a warning message should a failure of the module that controls the Adaptive Headlamps occur.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: A NUMBER OF VEHICLES FITTED WITH ADAPTIVE HEADLAMPS WILL NOT DISPLAY A WARNING MESSAGE Defect: Vehicles fitted with Adaptive Headlamps will not display a warning message should a failure of the module that controls the Adaptive Headlamps occur. Remedy: Update the Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) software.
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The Risk
The recall notice describes the concern as: a number of vehicles fitted with adaptive headlamps will not display a warning message.
The Fix
The dealer will update the Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) software. The fix is a software update, which usually takes under an hour at the dealer.
Are You Affected?
Galaxy, S-Max built between 9 November 2018 and 25 April 2022 may be included. Ford estimates 2,260 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 22C08 or the DVSA reference R/2022/182. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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/2022/172 on 17 Jun 2022, for the rear axle bolts may fracture during vehicle acceleration. The one launched after it was R/2022/194 on 29 Jun 2022, for it is possible that the high voltage main contactors may overheat. You can also see every Ford recall and all recalls launched in 2022.
Source: DVSA recall R/2022/182, launched 23 June 2022. 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.