Ford recalls Kuga plug-in hybrids on fire risk

Ford Kuga PHEV — Ford has prioritized sales of the plug-in hybrid version of the Kuga to avoid paying fines for exceeding the EU’s stricter CO2 emission reduction limits introduced this year.

August 11, 2020 10:27 AM

Ford of Europe has recalled all models of its Kuga plug-in hybrid built up until June 26 after a number of vehicles caught fire.

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