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Ford C-Max
Model Overview
In 2013, Ford gave North America a taste of Europe's love for multi-purpose vehicles in the C-Max Energi, a compact wagon with a plug-in hybrid powertrain. A high roof creates an airy, van-like cabin with lots of headroom, and a chassis tuned for European preferences lends it surprisingly sprightly handling. The plug-in powertrain offers some electric-only driving potential, improving on the regular C-Max's already impressive fuel economy.
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Owner Scores
Comfort
9
Performance
8
Fuel Economy
9
Interior Design
9
Exterior Styling
8
Reliability
10
Owner Reviews
Motodude
Awesome Car
June 18, 2017
SEL
Overall Score
This is one of the most fun cars to drive. Easy to win the stop light GP with the instant torque of the electric motor. The police ignore you because your in a family sedan.
The instruments and controls are well placed and easy to use. Seats are very comfortable and the cabin has a big car feel with excellent visibility. Averaging 5.5l/100 kms in combined city/hwy. driving.
Why Ford isn't advertising this car more is beyond me. Far superior to the Prius in driving dynamics, comfort and technology. Be smart and at least try the C-Max before getting indoctrinated into the cult of the Prius .You'll be happy you did.
Comfort
10
Performance
8
Fuel Economy
8
Interior Design
8
Exterior Styling
6
Reliability
10
Recall Information
* Data provided by Transport Canada
Recall number
Recall date
System affected
Model year(s) affected
Recall number
2022-311
Recall date
2022-06-13
System affected
Powertrain
Model year(s) affected
2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018
Manufacturer Recall Number:
22S43
Units Affected:
394,162
Notification Type:
Safety Mfr
Issue:
On certain vehicles, the shift cable may detach from the transmission. This could cause the transmission not to shift gears when the shifter is moved. As a result, the transmission could be in a different gear than the gear shifter indicates. If a driver attempts to exit the vehicle while the transmission is not in Park, and the parking brake is not applied, the vehicle could move suddenly.
Safety Risk:
Sudden and unexpected movement of the vehicle could increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Actions:
Ford will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealership to replace the transmission shifter cable bushing and install a protective service cap. Ford advises that you should apply the parking brake each time the vehicle is parked.
Recall number
2018-443
Recall date
2018-08-23
System affected
Electrical
Model year(s) affected
2013 2014 2015
Manufacturer Recall Number:
18S24
Units Affected:
1,324
Notification Type:
Safety Mfr
Certain plug-in hybrid and electric vehicles were supplied with a 120V convenience charge cord that may be susceptible to overheating if there is a poor connection at the electrical outlet. This could result in increased cord temperatures, melting, and an increased risk of fire causing injury and/or damage to property. Correction: Dealers will replace the factory supplied 120V convenience cord with the latest version of the cord that includes thermal protection.
Recall number
2016-432
Recall date
2016-09-06
System affected
Structure
Model year(s) affected
2013 2014 2015
Manufacturer Recall Number:
16R01
Units Affected:
233,034
Notification Type:
Safety Mfr
On certain vehicles, the pawl spring tab in the side door latch could break. This condition typically will prevent the door from latching. In certain situations where the door is able to be closed, the door may be partially latched and could unlatch while driving. This could increase the risk of injury to a vehicle occupant seated next to the door, or result in damage to property. Correction: If a door will not latch, dealers will replace all four door latches with a more robust part.
Note: A door that is partially latched can cause the courtesy light to remain on, set a door ajar message in the instrument cluster and sound a door ajar chime to alert the driver that there is a door latch problem.
Recall number
2015-298
Recall date
2015-07-02
System affected
Engine
Model year(s) affected
2015
Manufacturer Recall Number:
15C06
Units Affected:
52,180
Notification Type:
Safety Mfr
Certain vehicles may fail to conform to Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (CMVSS) 114 - Theft Protection and Rollaway Prevention. It may be possible for the engine to continue to run after turning the ignition key to the "off" position and removing the key (vehicles with standard ignition keys), or after pressing the Engine Start/Stop button (vehicles with push-button start and intelligent access keys), which is contrary to the requirements of the standard. As a result, a vehicle could be operated without the key, increasing the risk of theft or unintended vehicle movement, which could increase the risk of a crash causing injury and/or property damage and/or injury to bystanders. Correction: Dealers will update the body control module (BCM) software.
Recall number
2014-427
Recall date
2014-09-30
System affected
Seats And Restraints
Model year(s) affected
2013 2014
Manufacturer Recall Number:
14S21
Units Affected:
82,962
Notification Type:
Safety Mfr
On certain vehicles, sealant applied to the restraints control module could fail, allowing moisture to enter the module circuit board. This could cause corrosion to form, which will illuminate the airbag warning light and could affect restraint system function, potentially disabling airbags or other safety systems. This could increase the risk of injury to vehicle occupants in a crash where airbag deployment is warranted. Correction: Dealers will replace the restraints control module.
Recall number
2014-363
Recall date
2014-08-22
System affected
Steering
Model year(s) affected
2014
Manufacturer Recall Number:
14S18
Units Affected:
108
Notification Type:
Safety Mfr
On certain vehicles, the steering gear may have been manufactured with an insufficient number of ball bearings. This could affect steering system function, or result in a loss of steering control, which could increase the risk of a crash causing injury and/or damage to property. Correction: Dealers will replace the steering gear.
Recall number
2014-164
Recall date
2014-05-07
System affected
Airbag
Model year(s) affected
2013 2014
Manufacturer Recall Number:
14S04
Units Affected:
78,013
Notification Type:
Safety Mfr
On certain vehicles, due to a defect in the restraint control module programming, deployment of the side curtain airbags may be delayed in certain rollover circumstances, which could increase the risk of injury to vehicle occupants. Correction: Dealers will reprogram the restraint control module.
Recall number
2014-109
Recall date
2014-04-02
System affected
Seats And Restraints
Model year(s) affected
2013
Manufacturer Recall Number:
14C03
Units Affected:
4,744
Notification Type:
Compliance Mfr
Certain vehicles may fail to comply with the requirements of Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 207 – Anchorage of Seats. The front driver and passenger seatback recliner mechanism may separate from the seatback frame due to improper welding. If this were to occur, the seatback could become noisy, loose or begin leaning and could fail to meet the strength requirements of the standard. This could increase the risk of injury in a crash. Correction: Dealers will replace the seatback assemblies.
Recall number
2013-340
Recall date
2013-10-02
System affected
Electrical
Model year(s) affected
2013
Manufacturer Recall Number:
13C07
Units Affected:
929
Notification Type:
Compliance Mfr
Certain vehicles may not comply with the requirements of Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 114 - Theft Protection and Rollaway Prevention. No audible chime is provided when the door is opened and the electronic key code remains in the ignition. This could increase the risk of injury and/or damage to property. Correction: Dealers will update vehicle software.
Recall number
2013-075
Recall date
2013-03-06
System affected
Structure
Model year(s) affected
2013
Manufacturer Recall Number:
13S02
Units Affected:
859
Notification Type:
Safety Mfr
On certain vehicles, the left rear door child lock may not engage when the operator uses normal turning force to activate the child lock, and the operator may incorrectly believe the child lock is engaged. Without the child lock engaged, the door can be opened using the inside door handle. This condition could potentially increase the risk of injury to an unrestrained child. Correction: Dealers will inspect the door latch and replace if necessary.
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