2017 Ford C-Max Recalls
Recall Summary
The 2017 Ford C-Max has 2 recalls recorded by NHTSA.
Most are for minor compliance or labeling issues.
Total Recalls
Source: NHTSA Campaign Data
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How to Handle Recalls
Check your VIN
Locate your 17-character VIN on the dashboard or driver's door jamb.
Verify Status
Visit the NHTSA Recall Website or the manufacturer's official page.
Schedule Repair
Contact a franchised dealership. Recall repairs are always free of charge.
Document It
Keep records of the repair for your vehicle history file to maintain value.
Note: Unrepaired recalls can affect vehicle safety and resale value. We recommend checking for open recalls at least once a year.
What the recall count means for the 2017 Ford C-Max
The 2017 Ford C-Max has 2 recall campaigns on record. Not automatically, but you should still verify that every recall remedy was completed. The 2017 Ford C-Max has 2 recorded recall campaigns, and open work can change the ownership risk materially.
Which systems are affected?
The main systems named in recall filings for the 2017 Ford C-Max include POWER TRAIN:SHIFT LINKAGE/CABLE/ROD, POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:GEAR POSITION INDICATION (PRNDL).
What should buyers check before purchase?
Run a VIN recall lookup, confirm dealer remedy completion, and compare the recall themes against the maintenance and complaints reports before committing.
What is the most serious recall on the 2017 Ford C-Max?
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2013-2019 Escape, 2013-2018 C-Max, 2013-2016 Fusion, 2013-2021 Transit Connect, and 2015-2018 Edge vehicles. The bushing that attaches the shifter cable to the transmission may degrade or detach.
Data and Methodology
Scores are derived from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints, normalized by vehicle segment averages.
How many recalls does the 2017 Ford C-Max have?
Recall rows are tied to NHTSA campaign-level source references.
Are there safety critical recalls for the 2017 Ford C-Max?
Recall response workflow is provided next to the data table.
- Recall campaigns
- 2
- Primary source
- NHTSA recall filings and campaign references
- Workflow
- Count, campaign details, remedy status, and VIN verification
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