Best tracker and immobiliser for a Ford Kuga
For a Kuga, fit a CAN-bus immobiliser and a monitored S7 tracker that reports jamming. Keyless Kugas are often relayed, and tracker jamming appears in recent Kuga thefts. The DVLA recorded 799 Ford Kuga thefts in 2025, number 12 on the UK list.
Our pick for the Ford Kuga
For the Ford Kuga we recommend S7 tracker + immobiliser, as dual layer protection.
Layer one: stop it leaving
A CAN-bus immobiliser so a relayed fob cannot drive the car away.
Layer two: get it back
A Thatcham S7 tracker with jamming detection; S5 if your insurer asks.
Worth adding
A signal-blocking pouch or tin for the keyless fob.
Which setup suits your Ford Kuga
| Your car | Setup | Why |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 onwards (Mk3, including plug-in hybrid) | CAN-bus immobiliser and S7 tracker with jamming alerts | Keyless and popular with thieves who use jammers. |
| 2012 to 2019 (Mk2) | Immobiliser and S7 tracker | Key theft and relay on keyless trims. |
Options compared for the Ford Kuga
| Option | Verdict | For this car |
|---|---|---|
| Tracker on its own | Partial | Kuga thieves often jam signals; a tracker alone may be blinded. |
| Immobiliser on its own | Good start | Stops relayed fobs starting the Kuga, but gives no location if it is moved. |
| S7 tracker + immobiliser | Our pick | Stops the relay theft and reports jamming, at a level that fits the car. |
| S5 tracker + immobiliser | If asked | Choose S5 if your insurer names it, or if several people drive the car. |
Do insurers want a tracker on a Ford Kuga?
Insurers do not usually require a tracker on a Kuga, but declaring one can help. Check your excess for keyless theft.
Ford Kuga tracker choices use the S5 and S7 Thatcham categories; S5 vs S7 explained; what insurers mean by approved.
Questions to ask your fitter
- Does the tracker alert the monitoring centre when it is being jammed?
- Will the immobiliser work with the Kuga plug-in hybrid?
Ford Kuga tracker and immobiliser questions
What is the best tracker for a Ford Kuga?
A Thatcham S7 tracker with jamming detection, fitted with a CAN-bus immobiliser.
Can a Kuga tracker be jammed?
Thieves try. A good tracker detects jamming and raises an alert, which is why the immobiliser matters too.
Should I keep my Kuga key in a pouch?
Yes, if it has keyless entry. A signal-blocking pouch stops the fob being reached from outside the house.
More on the Ford Kuga
- Is my Ford Kuga at risk of theft? The full DVLA figures and why thieves pick it.
- How Ford Kugas are taken: relay theft on keyless cars, key burglary, tracker jamming.
- Check the theft risk where you park.
- How the S7 and Ghost pairing works on a car like the Ford Kuga.
- Best tracker for other cars.
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Ford Kuga theft figures: DVLA 2025 records (FOI) via What Car?. Advice checked 6 November 2026. Your insurer's wording always comes first. Trademarks belong to their owners.