Ford C-MAX recalls

12 safety recalls for the Ford C-MAX (model years 2013–2018), explained in plain English. Pick your year:

2018 (1)2017 (1)2016 (3)2015 (6)2014 (8)2013 (8)

All Ford C-MAX recalls

Date	Recall	Vehicles	Problem	Units
2025-10-14	25V695	2015–2019 Ford Flex & 2015–2019 Ford Taurus + 8 more	Backup camera	1,448,655
2022-06-13	22V413	2013–2021 Ford Transit Connect & 2013–2019 Ford Escape + 3 more	Powertrain & transmission	2,925,968
2020-06-09	20V331	2011–2014 Ford Fiesta & 2012–2015 Ford Focus + 7 more	Door latches & locks	2,147,323
2018-09-11	18V592	2012–2015 Ford Focus Electric & 2013–2015 Ford C-MAX + 1 more	Equipment	49,197
2017-01-30	17V052	2016 Ford C-MAX & 2016 Ford Focus	Body & structure	17
2016-09-06	16V643	2012–2015 Ford Focus & 2013–2015 Ford C-MAX + 4 more	Door latches & locks	2,046,297
2015-07-08	15V436	2015 Ford C-MAX & 2015 Ford Escape + 1 more	Electrical system	374,781
2014-09-26	14V597	2013–2014 Ford C-MAX & 2013–2014 Ford Escape + 2 more	Airbag	746,842
2014-08-22	14V514	2014 Ford C-MAX & 2014 Ford Focus	Steering ⛔	508
2014-05-07	14V237	2013–2014 Ford C-MAX & 2013–2014 Ford Escape	Airbag	594,785
2014-04-08	14V164	2013–2014 Ford C-MAX & 2013–2014 Ford Escape + 2 more	Seats	43,135
2013-10-23	13V475	2012–2013 Ford Focus Electric & 2013 Ford C-MAX + 1 more	Electrical system	23,000

Other Ford models

F-150 Explorer E-350 Escape F-450 SD F-350 SD E-250 F-250 SD Ranger Expedition F-550 SD Transit

FAQ

How many recalls does the Ford C-MAX have?

The Ford C-MAX has 12 NHTSA safety recalls across model years 2013–2018. The 2013 model year has the most (8).

Are Ford C-MAX recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)