Ford Transit Recall R/2026/172: Instrument Panel Cluster Configuration Update, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 23 Apr 2026
- Launched
- 17
- vehicles in the UK
- 26C15
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Ford recalled Transit vehicles built between 22 December 2020 and 26 October 2021. According to Ford’s records certain Transit vehicles may not have the remedy for Compliance Recall 21C32 installed correctly but were recorded as having received the repair successfully. The dealer will update the Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) configuration to the latest available level. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
According to Ford’s records certain Transit vehicles may not have the remedy for Compliance Recall 21C32 installed correctly but were recorded as having received the repair successfully. Because the correct configuration update may not have been installed on these vehicles the underlying condition may still exist therefore these vehicles may still have the incorrect configuration loaded onto the Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC). On affected vehicles an incorrect Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) configuration may have disabled the Advanced Emergency Braking System warning messages. Although the system remains functional the instrument cluster may not display the required warning message and no chime may sound which could result in the vehicle not complying with applicable regulations. Dealers will update the Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) configuration to the latest available level.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: 26C15 Transit - Instrument Panel Cluster Configuration Update Defect: According to Ford’s records certain Transit vehicles may not have the remedy for Compliance Recall 21C32 installed correctly but were recorded as having received the repair successfully. Because the correct configuration update may not have been installed on these vehicles the underlying condition may still exist therefore these vehicles may still have the incorrect configuration loaded onto the Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC). On affected vehicles an incorrect Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) configuration may have disabled the Advanced Emergency Braking System warning messages. Although the system remains functional the instrument cluster may not display the required warning message and no chime may sound which could result in the vehicle not complying with applicable regulations. Dealers will update the Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) configuration to the latest available level. Remedy: Dealers will update the Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) configuration to the latest available level.
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The Risk
If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could result in the vehicle not complying with applicable regulations.
The Fix
The dealer will update the Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) configuration to the latest available level.
Are You Affected?
Transit built between 22 December 2020 and 26 October 2021 may be included. Ford estimates 17 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 26C15 or the DVSA reference R/2026/172. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| TransitVehicle identification number label missing mandatory weight information | Low | R/2026/312 | |
| Tourneo Custom, Transit, Transit CustomAutomatic transmission snap ring | Low | R/2026/306 | |
| TransitMissing MOIS (Moving off information system | Low | R/2026/297 | |
| Kuga, Mach-E, Transit, Transit Courier and 1 moreUnintended high beam behaviour: compliance | Book soon | R/2026/268 | |
| TransitPotential incorrect CO2 emissions recorded on the certificate of conformity | Low | R/2026/178 |
This is one of 378 Ford recalls in DVSA’s data. The Ford recall launched before it was R/2026/165 on 22 Apr 2026, for driveshaft Inspection. The one launched after it was R/2026/173 on 23 Apr 2026, for lane keeping system software update. You can also see every Ford recall, all recalls launched in 2026 and brake recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2026/172, launched 23 April 2026. 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.