Ford Puma recall: Incorrectly configured Restraint Control Module (RCM) which can cause the restraint system not to work as intended. In the event of an incorrect crash sensor being installed throughout the life of the vehicle while in service the current software will not detect it and will not display any warnings in the dash so in the event of an accident the restraints system performance could potentially be degraded therefore increasing the risk of an injury.
- What's wrong
- Incorrectly configured Restraint Control Module (RCM) which can cause the restraint system not to work as intended. In the event of an incorrect crash sensor being installed throughout the life of the vehicle while in service the current software will not detect it and will…
- What to do
- Contact a Ford dealer to book the free repair. Dealers will perform a configuration update in order to restore functionality.
What’s wrong
Incorrectly configured Restraint Control Module (RCM) which can cause the restraint system not to work as intended. In the event of an incorrect crash sensor being installed throughout the life of the vehicle while in service the current software will not detect it and will not display any warnings in the dash so in the event of an accident the restraints system performance could potentially be degraded therefore increasing the risk of an injury.
The fix
Dealers will perform a configuration update in order to restore functionality.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| Puma | 28 Apr 2023 | 7 Aug 2023 | 13,487 |
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 September 2023. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.