Ford recall: Headlamps may switch off without warning
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- Vehicles fitted with Adaptive LED Headlamps could experience a condition where the loss of a control signal in combination with a software error may cause the headlamps to switch off. There is a risk of collision if defect happens at night.
- What to do
- Contact a Ford dealer to book the free repair. Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and updated software will be loaded to the affected modules.
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
Vehicles fitted with Adaptive LED Headlamps could experience a condition where the loss of a control signal in combination with a software error may cause the headlamps to switch off. There is a risk of collision if defect happens at night.
The fix
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and updated software will be loaded to the affected modules.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| S-max | 6 Oct 2014 | 8 Feb 2016 | 9,705 |
| Mondeo | 3 May 2014 | 22 Dec 2015 | 9,705 |
| Edge | 9 Dec 2015 | 10 Mar 2016 | 9,705 |
| Galaxy | 6 Oct 2014 | 8 Feb 2016 | 9,705 |
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 20 June 2016. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.