Recalls: Ford JK Puma
Overview
OverviewRecalls are issued for defects or faults which have the potential to cause injury. Manufacturers or importers seek to inform the original buyer if their vehicle is subject to a recall and of the steps required to remedy the defect or fault. However, manufacturers or importers may not have the contact details of subsequent owners. Please note that the recalls below are for Australian-delivered vehicles only. Furthermore, the number of recalls should not be taken as an indication of a model’s reliability or its safety more generally.
Recalls: Ford JK Puma
2023 Ford JK Puma: incorrect Restraint Control Module configuration
In September 2023, recall campaign 23S52 was issued for 2023 Ford JK Puma vehicles. During the manufacturing process, the Restraint Control Module (RCM) was loaded with an incorrect configuration. As a result, if an incorrect replacement part was installed in the system, warnings would not be displayed and the seatbelt pretensioners and airbags may not perform as intended in the event of a collision. This condition had the potential to increase the risk and severity of injury to vehicle occupants. For this recall, a Ford dealer was to update the RCM configuration. For the VINs of the recalled vehicles, please see REC-005775.
2021-23 Ford JK Puma: fuel line sleeve may chafe and cause a fuel leak
In June 2025, recall campaign 25S10 was issued for 2021-2023 Ford JK Puma vehicles. Due to a manufacturing defect, the fuel line sleeve may chafe against a support bracket and sustain damage. This could cause a fuel leak and, in turn, a loss of motive power whilst driving. In the presence of an external ignition source, a fuel leak could also result in a vehicle fire. These conditions posed a risk of injury to vehicle occupants, other road users and bystanders, and a risk of property damage. For the VINs of the recalled vehicles, please see REC-006353.
2023 Ford JK Puma: incorrect Restraint Control Module (RCM) configuration
In February 2026, recall campaign 25SF3 was issued for 2023 Ford JK Puma vehicles. During the manufacturing process, the Restraint Control Module (RCM) was loaded with an incorrect configuration. If an incorrect replacement part was installed in the system, warnings would not display and the seatbelt pretensioners and airbags may not perform as intended in the event of a collision. If incorrect replacements parts were installed and if a collision occurred, this condition increased the risk of injury to vehicle occupants. To fix, an authorised Ford dealer was to update the vehicle’s RCM configuration. Ford advised that vehicles required rectification even if works had been performed under a previous recall (campaign 23S52). For the VINs of the recalled vehicles, please see REC-006547.
Problems and faults: Ford JK Puma
Overview
OverviewThis section identifies potential problems, causes and fixes based on the experiences of owners and repairers, online sources and technical service bulletins. This information is provided solely for reference purposes and AustralianCar.Reviews recommends that only properly qualified persons carry out repairs or modifications. Furthermore, the number of items below should not be taken as an indicator of a model’s reliability or the frequency with which they may occur.
To report a problem or fault to the AustralianCar.Reviews team, please use the Contact Us form. Note that AustralianCar.Reviews does not offer advice on automotive problems or disputes; such enquiries will not receive a reply. For vehicles purchased from dealers after 1 January 2011, please see our Australian Consumer Law fact sheet.
Problems and faults: Ford JK Puma
No troubleshooting information is currently available for the Ford JK Puma.
