Ford Kuga, S-Max/galaxy Recall R/2023/175: Engine Compartment Issue, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 26 Feb 2024
- Launched
- 26,381
- vehicles in the UK
- 23S27
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Ford recalled Kuga, S-Max/galaxy vehicles built between 31 July 2019 and 23 December 2022. Engine failure that may lead to a breach of the engine oil sump or engine block. The recall notice describes the fix as: software update. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
Engine failure that may lead to a breach of the engine oil sump or engine block.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: 23S27 Kuga S-Max/Galaxy 2.5L HEV/PHEV Engine: Engine Compartment Issue Defect: Engine failure that may lead to a breach of the engine oil sump or engine block Remedy: Software update
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The Risk
If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could lead to a breach of the engine oil sump or engine block.
The Fix
The recall notice describes the fix as: software update. The fix is a software update, which usually takes under an hour at the dealer.
Are You Affected?
Kuga, S-Max/galaxy built between 31 July 2019 and 23 December 2022 may be included. Ford estimates 26,381 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 23S27 or the DVSA reference R/2023/175. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kuga, Mach-ETraffic sign recognition (TSR) unexpected activation / deactivation | Low | R/2026/366 | |
| KugaEDS wiring touch | Urgent | R/2026/355 | |
| Kuga, RangerPotential exhaust gas recirculation valve failure | Urgent | R/2026/160 | |
| Kuga, Mach-E, Transit, Transit Courier and 1 moreUnintended high beam behaviour: compliance | Book soon | R/2026/268 | |
| Focus, Kuga, Tourneo Connect, Transit Connect and 1 moreDiesel DV-Neo engine coolant pump update | Urgent | R/2026/237 |
This is one of 378 Ford recalls in DVSA’s data. The Ford recall launched before it was R/2024/047 on 22 Feb 2024, for software update for advanced driver assistance system (ADAS) incomplete. The one launched after it was R/2023/316 on 11 Mar 2024, for rear axle bolt potential fracture. You can also see every Ford recall, the Ford Kuga recall history, all recalls launched in 2024 and high-voltage battery recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2023/175, launched 26 February 2024. 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.