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🧸 Product FR May 6, 2021

ford — mondeo, galaxy, smax voiture de tourisme

une fuite potentielle d’acide de batterie autour du terminal négatif de la batterie pourrait causer la défaillance du capteur de surveillance de la batterie. au fil du temps, la croissance du sulfate de cuivre peut s’accumuler. cela, à son tour, pourrait fournir une couche conduc...

A potential leak of battery acid near the battery’s negative terminal could damage the battery monitoring sensor. Over time, copper sulfate buildup may form a conductive layer beneath the sensor, creating a low-resistance ground path.
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135 days in total
May 19, 2026 October 1, 2026
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What is this? This is a safety notice about some Ford cars (Mondeo, Galaxy, S-Max). A possible battery acid leak near the battery’s negative terminal could damage the battery-monitoring sensor.

What's happening? Over time, copper sulfate can build up. This can create a thin, conducting layer under the sensor. That may cause a weak electrical path to the ground.

Does this affect me? If you own or drive one of these Ford models in France, your car could be at risk.

What should I do? Take your car to a Ford dealer or trusted garage right away. Ask your mechanic to check the battery and sensor for leaks or damage.

🤖 This plain-language summary is automatically generated from the official agency notice using AI. It is for general information only — not medical advice. For decisions about your health, always consult a pharmacist or doctor and read the official source linked below.

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ford
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Type: automobiles et moyens de déplacement · Category: automobiles, motos, scooters · Hazard: incendie · une fuite potentielle d’acide de batterie autour du terminal négatif de la batterie pourrait causer la défaillance du capteur de surveillance de la batterie. au fil du temps, la croissance du sulfate de cuivre peut s’accumuler. cela, à son tour, pourrait fournir une couche conductrice sous le capteur de surveillance de batterie, créant une faible résistance au sol.

First published
May 6, 2021
Last refreshed by us
4 months ago
Severity (as classified)
Medium
Official source
https://rappel.conso.gouv.fr/fiche-rappel/49094/rapex

All information on this page comes from the official agency notice. We translate and summarise it; we don't add or edit facts.

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❓ Frequently asked questions

▸ What is this product recall alert about?
ford — mondeo, galaxy, smax voiture de tourisme. A potential leak of battery acid near the battery’s negative terminal could damage the battery monitoring sensor. Over time, copper sulfate buildup may form a conductive layer beneath the sensor, creating a low-resistance ground path.
▸ When was this alert issued?
This alert was issued on May 6, 2021 by Rappel Conso (DGCCRF, France).
▸ Which countries are affected?
The alert applies to France.
▸ How serious is this alert?
Medium risk. A medium risk means harm is possible under certain conditions. Read the notice and act on the recommended steps.
▸ What should I do?
If you have this product at home, stop using it and return it to the point of purchase for a refund. Keep the receipt if you have one — most retailers refund without it for safety recalls.
▸ Where can I find the official notice?
The full official notice is published on rappel.conso.gouv.fr.

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