Ford launches product recall of various models

This is the latest in a slew of vehicle recalls, ranging from Volkswagen to Ford and Jeep brands. 

“Given the risk associated with the reported defects, consumers who own any of these vehicles

are urged to immediately contact their nearest Ford authorised dealership for inspection and, if

necessary, repair at no cost”, said NCC Acting Commissioner Hardin Ratshisusu.

FORD RANGER AND EVEREST: JUNE 2022-MARCH 2025

Ford has issued a recall for certain 2022 to 2025 model year Ranger and Everest vehicles, specifically, the Wildtrak and Platinum variants equipped with 3.0L Lion engines. These light commercial vehicles may have a serious defect where the left-hand camshaft sprocket on the engine could fracture, causing the engine to stall unexpectedly and increasing the risk of an accident due to sudden loss of power while driving.  

FORD PUMA: NOVEMBER 2021-SEPTEMBER 2024

In the affected Ford Puma vehicles, a fuel line may rub against a bracket, causing damage to the

fuel line. Over time, this damage may lead to a fuel leak. A fuel leak could result in an engine stall

or, if there is an ignition source, a fire. Owners might notice a fuel odour, fuel leaking beneath the

vehicle, or smoke from fuel on a hot surface. The affected Ford Puma vehicles were available on

the market from November 2021 to September 2024.

FORD ECOSPORT: 2021-2022  

Ford has identified a safety concern affecting 2021–2022 EcoSport vehicles equipped with a 6F15

automatic transmission. In some of these affected vehicles, the front half shafts may not have

been fully inserted into the transmission during assembly. This defect could cause the half shaft

to disengage from the transmission. If the half shaft disengages, there is a risk of losing engine

power while driving. Additionally, if the vehicle is put in "Park” without engaging the parking brake,

it may roll away unexpectedly. Both conditions significantly increase the risk of an accident.

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