More than 39,000 Ford, Hyundai and Audi models recalled: Is your car affected?
Tue, 16 Jun 2026
- 25,000 Hyundai models recalled due to potential high voltage battery issue
- 12,000 Ford models recalled over possible e-call problem
- 2,000 Audi models recalled over potential seat belt tensioner issue
More than 39,000 cars have been recalled by Hyundai, Ford and Audi in May 2026. Find out what the issues are and if your car is affected below.
Hyundai high voltage battery recall: Is your Kona at risk?
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Hyundai is recalling 25,056 Kona Electric models due to a potential high voltage battery issue.
Kona Electric models affected were built between January 2018 and July 2023.
On affected vehicles the high voltage battery may have internal cell voltage deviation. If this occurs it may result in the risk of an electrical short circuit inside the battery.
Hyundai advises that until the high voltage battery software has been updated the vehicle should be parked in a well-ventilated area, but that the vehicle can be used as normal. Affected vehicles will have the battery management system software updated.
Ford recall: alert over e-call system software
Meanwhile Ford is recalling 12,956 cars from a number of model ranges due to a potential issue with the emergency call software.
The recall may affect Ford Puma, Kuga, Focus, Mondeo, S-Max and Galaxy models built between a variety of dates from December 2019 to April 2024.
Affected vehicles may experience a loss of emergency call system functionality which impacts both automatic and manual e-call events.
Ford says that on affected vehicles the telematics control unit will received a software update.
Audi Q5 seat belt tensioner fault: Risk of reduced performance
Audi is recalling 2119 Audi Q5 models due to a potential seat belt tensioner issue.
Affected vehicles were built between July and November 2025.
On affected vehicles the belt tensioning function on the front seats does not comply with technical requirements. Although the seat belt is tightened in the event of an accident which requires this, it cannot be held tight reliably which reduces the protective effect.
Audi says that on affected vehicles one or both front seat belts will be replaced as required.
| Recall Number | Make | Model | Problem |
| R/2026/128 | Hyundai | Kona Electric | High voltage battery issue |
| R/2026/181 | Ford | Puma, Kuga, Focus, Mondeo, S-Max, Galaxy | E-call software problem |
| R/2026/192 | Audi | Q5 | Seat belt tensioner issue |
Vehicle safety recalls explained: Your rights and responsibilities
DVSA safety recalls happen when a potentially dangerous issue is identified with a vehicle.
Reasons for safety recalls can vary from small technical issues with windscreen wipers to major safety faults with airbags. In all cases, the vehicle will need to be checked by the manufacturer. This will usually take place at a local dealership.
How to check if your car is affected by the latest DVSA recalls
The manufacturer will get in touch with the owners of any affected vehicles, using details from the DVLA. If your car needs to be recalled you should get a letter, phone call or email.
The correspondence will explain what the issue is, how the manufacturer plans to fix it and who to contact to arrange for any checks or work to be carried out.
If you have a second hand car the manufacturer might not be able to reach you so contact a dealership to check if there's anything outstanding for your vehicle or check on gov.uk if you're not sure
Are vehicle recall repairs free? What you need to know about dealer charges
No you don't have to pay for recall work. Recall fixes and checks are carried out free of charge. Although dealers may try to get you to undertake other work on your car when it's in for recall work. Only agree and pay for work that you're happy to have carried out and that you think your car requires.
