Ford Puma MHEV passenger car — fire & injuries risk
Hazard
The hybrid battery connections may not have been torqued according to the Ford specification, which can result in a poor electrical connection.This can lead to the loss of the hybrid drive (MHEV) function, increasing the risk of an accident.Furthermore, localized overheating and possible melting of surrounding components can occur, increasing the risk of fire.
Measures taken
- Recall of the product from end users — Manufacturer (31/08/2020)
What should I do?
If you own this product, stop using it and check the official notice for what the seller or authority advises (return, refund, repair or disposal). Measures listed here were reported by national authorities to the EU Safety Gate system.
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