Ford recall due to particle filters: action apparently much larger

Ford's diesel call back is becoming increasingly important. As early as December 2024, the Federal Motor Transport Authority (KBA) had one Mass recall due to too high particle emissions arranged.

Around 750,000 cars are affected worldwide, and in Germany it is a six -figure number. But now it turns out: Apparently it does not stay with the vehicles affected in Germany – other models could be loud Auto motor and sports also be faulty.

More Ford diesel tear limit values-recall campaign is expanding

The original recall list included diesel models from the years of construction in 2014 to 2020, including popular models such as Fiesta, Focus and Kuga. However, according to the report, owners are increasingly reporting whose vehicles also exceed the Euro 6 limit values-without being on the official recall list so far.

The Ford Focus 1.5 TDCI and the Transit Custom 2.0 Ecoblue are apparently new. A Ford spokesman confirmed to the magazine that the list of models affected by the Ford recall is currently being revised. This means that the first evaluation of December is likely to grow. Audi also had to have one some time ago Huge recall initiates.

Background of the Ford recall: Problems with the particle filter

The KBA had found that the US car maker has a construction error increasing the particle emissions over the entire lifespan of the vehicle.

As a solution, Ford provides for the diesel particle filter regeneration-and, if necessary, even the replacement of the particle filter.

Ford under pressure: sales crisis and switch to e-mobility

The diesel recall hits Ford in an already difficult phase. The traditional brand in Europe has been struggling with Germany for years with falling sales figures. In addition, the Transformation towards electromobility for problems.

While competitors like Tesla or China manufacturer BYD With electric cars on the rise, Ford had to move some e-models in Europe or rethink. Owners of the recalled models with particle filter problem receive mail from the KBA and have to bring their cars to the workshop.

By the way: the Birth hour of the diesel engine hit in Augsburg.