Ford Kuga recall: Heated washer jets may overheat
- What's wrong
- The heated washer jets fitted to some Kuga vehicles may have jet heating elements that are not correctly sealed. There is a possibility that poor sealing could lead to corrosion due to water ingress and subsequent overheating of the jets. An overheating jet element will…
- What to do
- Contact a Ford dealer to book the free repair. Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and fit new washer jets.
What’s wrong
The heated washer jets fitted to some Kuga vehicles may have jet heating elements that are not correctly sealed. There is a possibility that poor sealing could lead to corrosion due to water ingress and subsequent overheating of the jets. An overheating jet element will damage the nozzle housing and may cause local heat/fire damage to the cowl grille accompanied by smoke and burning smell.
The fix
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and fit new washer jets.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kuga | 18 May 2010 | 31 Oct 2010 | 4,382 |
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 5 June 2017. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.