Ford C-Max recalls
12 recall campaigns since 2013 include the Ford C-Max. Choose a model year to see only the recalls that cover it.
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Most recalled parts
Latches/locks/linkages (2), Electrical system (2), Back over prevention (1), Power train (1), Equipment (1) among the latest campaigns.
Latest recalls
- 2015–2019 Lincoln Mkt, MKZ and 2015–2020 Ford Taurus, Mustang, Flex and more recall: Back over prevention: sensing system, camera
October 13, 2025 · Ford Motor Company · Campaign 25V-695Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2019 Flex, 2015 Explorer, Lincoln MKT, Lincoln MKZ, 2015-2016 C-Max, Escape, Taurus, 2016 Fusion, 2018-2019 Taurus, 2019 Lincoln MKT, Fiesta, and 2020 Mustang…
- 2013–2021 Ford Fusion, Edge, C-Max and more recall: Power train: shift linkage/cable/rod
June 10, 2022 · Ford Motor Company · Campaign 22V-413Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2013-2019 Escape, 2013-2018 C-Max, 2013-2016 Fusion, 2013-2021 Transit Connect, and 2015-2018 Edge vehicles. The bushing that attaches the shifter cable to the…
- 2011–2016 Ford C-Max, Fiesta, Focus and more and 2013–2015 Lincoln MKZ, MKC recall: Latches/locks/linkages: doors, latch
June 8, 2020 · Ford Motor Company · Campaign 20V-331Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2011-2014 Fiesta, 2013-2014 Fusion, 2015 Mustang, 2013-2015 Escape and C-Max, 2012-2015 Focus, 2014-2016 Transit Connect, 2013-2014 Lincoln MKZ, and 2015 MKC vehicles.…
- 2012–2015 Ford Fusion Hybrid, Focus Electric, C-Max recall: Equipment: electrical
September 10, 2018 · Ford Motor Company · Campaign 18V-592Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 120V Convenience charge cords that were supplied with and sold for use with 2013-2015 Ford C-Max Energi and Fusion Energi vehicles and 2012-2015 Ford Focus Electric…
- 2016 Ford C-Max, Focus recall: Structure: body
January 24, 2017 · Ford Motor Company · Campaign 17V-052Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016 Focus and C-Max vehicles. The floor pan may have improperly welded left-hand apron joints.
- 2012–2016 Ford Mustang, Escape, Transit Connect and more and 2015 Lincoln MKC recall: Latches/locks/linkages: doors, latch
September 6, 2016 · Ford Motor Company · Campaign 16V-643Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2012-2015 Ford Focus, 2013-2015 Ford Escape and Ford C-MAX, 2015 Lincoln MKC and Ford Mustang, and 2014-2016 Ford Transit Connect vehicles. A component within…
- 2015 Ford Focus, C-Max, Escape recall: Electrical system: ignition
July 8, 2015 · Ford Motor Company · Campaign 15V-436Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2015 Ford Escape vehicles manufactured April 1, 2014, to June 12, 2015, Ford Focus vehicles manufactured June 17, 2014, to June 12, 2015, and Ford C-Max…
- 2013–2014 Ford Escape, Fusion, C-Max and 2013–2014 Lincoln MKZ recall: Seat belts
September 26, 2014 · Ford Motor Company · Campaign 14V-597Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Ford C-Max vehicles manufactured January 19, 2012, to November 21, 2013; Ford Fusion vehicles manufactured February 3, 2012, to August 24, 2013; Ford…
- 2014 Ford C-Max, Focus recall: Steering
August 22, 2014 · Ford Motor Company · Campaign 14V-514 Do not driveFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2014 Focus and C-Max vehicles manufactured August 8, 2014, to August 15, 2014. The affected vehicles may have steering gears that were incorrectly assembled.
- 2013–2014 Ford Escape, C-Max recall: Air bags: frontal, sensor/control module-inactive
May 7, 2014 · Ford Motor Company · Campaign 14V-237Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 C-MAX, and Escape vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the restraint control module (RCM) may have errors in the programming software which may result…
- 2013–2014 Ford Escape, C-Max, Fusion and 2013–2014 Lincoln MKZ recall: Seats: front assembly, recliner
April 2, 2014 · Ford Motor Company · Campaign 14V-164Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Ford Fusion and Lincoln MKZ vehicles manufactured August 15, 2012, through September 10, 2013, 2013-2014 Ford Escape vehicles manufactured June 5…
- 2012–2013 Ford C-Max, Focus Electric, C-Max Energi recall: Electrical system: ignition, anti-theft, control module
October 17, 2013 · Ford Motor Company · Campaign 13V-475Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 Focus Electric vehicles and 2013 C-Max vehicles equipped with the Intelligent Access Push Button Start System. In the affected vehicles, there is no…
Frequently asked questions
How many recalls has the Ford C-Max had?
NHTSA lists 12 recall campaigns since 2013 that include the Ford C-Max, across 6 model years (2013–2018).
Which Ford C-Max model year has the most recalls?
The 2014 Ford C-Max appears in the most campaigns (8). Counts reflect how many recalls include that year, not how many cars were affected.
How do I check my Ford C-Max for recalls?
Use the free VIN lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls. A campaign applies only to certain vehicles, so a model-year match is not enough.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recall data for passenger vehicles, recalls since 2013, shown as published. This site is independent and not affiliated with NHTSA or any manufacturer. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and follow your manufacturer’s notice. Terms and disclaimer.