Ford Puma: common problems, APK failures and recalls
There are 31,040 Ford Puma cars registered in the Netherlands, first registered between 1997 and 2026.
In a sample of 396 cars, 26.3% had at least one defect at an APK inspection since 2024, less often than average (51.5% across all models).
The most common defect is dipped beam incorrectly aimed (6.8% of inspected cars).
The RDW lists 17 recalls for this model; 4.9% of registered cars still have an open recall.
0.9% have an odometer reading the RDW marks as illogical, a sign of a rolled-back odometer.
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Most common APK defects
| Defect | Cars |
|---|---|
| Dipped beam incorrectly aimed | 6.8% |
| Tyre pressure monitoring warning indicates a fault | 5.6% |
| Tyre pressure incorrect | 5.6% |
| Wipers give insufficient visibility | 4.5% |
| Tyre tread depth insufficient | 3.5% |
| Tyre damaged | 2% |
| Brake disc badly corroded | 1.5% |
| Tyre pressures on one axle unequal | 1% |
| Number plate insecurely mounted | 0.5% |
| Brake light not working (properly) | 0.5% |
Share of 396 sampled cars (first registered 2012–2021) with this defect at an APK inspection since 2024. RDW Open Data: Geconstateerde Gebreken.
Common advisories
| Tyre(s) with tread depth of 1.6 to 2.5 mm | 3.8% |
| Mechanical brake parts show wear | 1.5% |
Advisories are noted at the APK but are not a failure.
Fleet figures
| Registered in the Netherlands | 31,040 |
| Open recall (not yet fixed) | 4.9% |
| Illogical odometer reading | 0.9% |
| Used as a taxi | 0% |
| First registered | 1997 to 2026 |
All Ford Puma passenger cars in the RDW register, 2026-10-06.
Recalls
| Published | Component | Risk | Cars in NL |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-06-24 | engine, fuel, lubrication and cooling | serious | 3 |
| 2026-05-21 | electrical system | – | 58,775 |
| 2026-04-30 | transmission and drivetrain | – | 284 |
| 2026-02-26 | electrical system | – | 1 |
| 2026-02-26 | airbags, seat belts and occupant protection | – | 13 |
| 2026-01-23 | brakes | serious | 1 |
| 2025-11-07 | brakes | serious | 22 |
| 2025-10-02 | other | – | 120 |
| 2025-06-18 | electrical system | – | 1,394 |
| 2025-03-25 | engine, fuel, lubrication and cooling | – | 12,756 |
| 2024-07-09 | other | serious | 12 |
| 2023-09-22 | airbags, seat belts and occupant protection | – | 312 |
| 2022-09-05 | electrical system | serious | 530 |
| 2021-05-28 | electrical system | – | 42 |
| 2021-04-22 | electrical system | serious | 0 |
Recalls registered with the RDW for this model; not every recall applies to every car. Check a plate to see if one is open.
Questions
How often does the Ford Puma fail the APK?
In a sample of 396 cars first registered 2012–2021, 26.3% had at least one defect at an APK inspection since 2024, against 51.5% across all models.
What are common problems with the Ford Puma?
The most common APK defects are: dipped beam incorrectly aimed (6.8%), tyre pressure monitoring warning indicates a fault (5.6%), tyre pressure incorrect (5.6%).
Does the Ford Puma have recalls?
Yes, the RDW lists 17 recalls. 4.9% of registered cars still have an open recall. Check a specific car by licence plate on factline.dev/vehicle.
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Source: RDW Open Data (Gekentekende voertuigen, Geconstateerde Gebreken, Terugroepacties), CC0. Model grouping by Factline from RDW trade names. AI agents: factline.dev/llms.txt.