Ford KA and Figo recall: Un-fused battery monitoring system wire chafing
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- Un-fused Battery Monitoring System (BMS) Wire Chafing.
- What to do
- Contact a Ford dealer to book the free repair. Visual inspection of the BMS wiring and replace the wire if damage is identified. Cloth tape is to be used to wrap the BMS wiring and install a wiring harness…
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
Un-fused Battery Monitoring System (BMS) Wire Chafing.
The fix
Visual inspection of the BMS wiring and replace the wire if damage is identified. Cloth tape is to be used to wrap the BMS wiring and install a wiring harness retaining clip on all vehicles
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| KA | 8 Sep 2017 | 15 May 2019 | 9,788 |
| Figo | 8 Sep 2017 | 15 May 2019 | 9,788 |
How to check your vehicle
Use the official DVSA checker with your registration number to see if your exact vehicle is included. If it is, the manufacturer should have written to the registered keeper. The repair is free, even if you bought the vehicle second-hand.
Updated 26 July 2019. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.