Ford Kuga and Ranger recall: 26S10 – Kuga Ranger – Potential Exhaust Gas Recirculation Valve Failure
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- On affected vehicles the Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) valve may fail leading to weak acceleration engine vibration a no start condition or a loss of power.
- What to do
- Contact a Ford dealer to book the free repair. Replace the EGR valve.
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
On affected vehicles the Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) valve may fail leading to weak acceleration engine vibration a no start condition or a loss of power.
The fix
Replace the EGR valve.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kuga | 5 Feb 2025 | 4 Jun 2025 | 292 |
| Kuga | 10 Jun 2025 | 11 Jun 2025 | 22 |
| Ranger | 27 Feb 2025 | 27 Mar 2025 | 414 |
| Ranger | 28 Mar 2025 | 27 Jul 2025 | 105 |
| Ranger | 3 Sep 2025 | 3 Sep 2025 | 1 |
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 27 August 2026. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.