Ford Cortina
The Ford Cortina is a medium-sized family car manufactured in various body styles from 1962 to 1982. It was the United Kingdom's best-selling car of the 1970s.
| Manufacturer | Ford of Britain |
|---|---|
| Production | From 1962 |
| Body type | Sedan |
Generations
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Common problems & reliability
In the UK, 90% of Ford Cortinas pass their MOT test first time, based on 749 inspections in 2023. (2023 is the most recent annual release published by the DfT.)
Based on real owner complaints and inspection data — not an editorial rating. Sources: DVSA MOT (UK, Open Government Licence).
Recalls & safety
No recorded recalls for the Ford Cortina in EU Safety Gate or NHTSA (US).
Sources: EU Safety Gate (European market) and NHTSA (US market). See all Ford recalls.