Ford Kuga Recall R/2026/030: Powertrain Control Module Software Update, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Low
- How serious
- 3 Feb 2027
- Launched
- 19
- vehicles in the UK
- 25C79
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Ford recalled Kuga vehicles built between 24 July 2019 and 13 March 2020. The software repair for previous recall 25C79 may not have been delivered properly and the Powertrain Control Module software may deliver lower power output than intended. The dealer will update the Powertrain Control Module software and perform an additional verification process to ensure the configuration has been installed correctly. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
The software repair for previous recall 25C79 may not have been delivered properly and the Powertrain Control Module software may deliver lower power output than intended.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: 25C79 Kuga - Powertrain Control Module Software Update Defect: On affected vehicles the software repair for previous recall 25C79 may not have been delivered properly and the Powertrain Control Module software may deliver lower power output than intended. Remedy: Update the Powertrain Control Module software and perform an additional verification process to ensure the configuration has been installed correctly.
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The Risk
The recall notice describes the concern as: powertrain control module software update.
The Fix
The dealer will update the Powertrain Control Module software and perform an additional verification process to ensure the configuration has been installed correctly. The fix is a software update, which usually takes under an hour at the dealer.
Are You Affected?
Kuga built between 24 July 2019 and 13 March 2020 may be included. Ford estimates 19 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 25C79 or the DVSA reference R/2026/030. 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/2026/366 on 28 Sep 2026, for traffic sign recognition (TSR) unexpected activation / deactivation. You can also see every Ford recall, the Ford Kuga recall history and software recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2026/030, launched 3 February 2027. 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.