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eNCA
4 days ago
- Automotive
- eNCA
Prudence Moilwa weighs in on safety-related recalls of thousands of vehicles
JOHANNESBURG - The Ford Motor Company's latest vehicle recall is adding to growing concern in the auto industry. The recall affects its Ranger and Everest models, following earlier recalls of the EcoSport and Puma bringing the total to over 5,000 vehicles. Ford is not alone. Volkswagen, Volvo, and Toyota have also issued recalls this year, raising the question: Is the industry facing a broader safety crisis?
The Citizen
5 days ago
- Automotive
- The Citizen
Ford vehicle recall: Over 5 700 vehicles including Ranger and Everest models affected
Ford Motor Company Southern Africa (FMCSA) has announced three separate recalls for four products totalling 5 718 vehicles in not only South Africa, but also select other Southern African Development Community (SADC) nations. In statements on Thursday evening (July 24), the Blue Oval confirmed the recalls. They involve the following model versions: Versions of the EcoSport made between April 2021 and July 2022, Pumas from November 2021 to September 2024, and Rangers as well as Everests between June 2022 and March this year. EcoSport The call-back of the EcoSport consist of: 2 806 units in South Africa, 25 in Botswana and 41 in Namibia. Likely involving both the Indian-sourced and Romanian-built examples, the call-back relates to front half shafts which could have been inserted improperly into the transmission. Seemingly limited to models fitted with the six-speed automatic 'box, FMCA says, 'if the half shaft disengages [from the transmission] there is a possibility of loss of engine power while driving. 'It may also result in a vehicle rollaway when the vehicle is placed in Park without the handbrake being applied. Both conditions increase the risk of an accident'. Puma In the case of the Puma, built at the same Craiova Plant in Romania as certain versions of the EcoSport, the concern involves the fuel line. Affecting: 1 775 vehicles in South Africa, 6 in Botswana, 13 in Namibia and two in Eswatini, Ford says the line could, over time, rub on, supposedly, a type of mounting bracket causing it to leak. 'This potential issue may result in an engine stall or, in the presence of an ignition source, a fire. Owners may notice fuel odour, fuel leaking beneath the vehicle, or smoke from fuel on a hot surface,' the statement said. Ranger and Everest The recall of these models centres around the camshaft sprocket. Rangers: 571 in South Africa, 10 in Botswana, 24 Namibia 3 in Eswatini Everests: 479 in SA, 7 in Botswana, 10 in Namibia 1 in Eswatini Only applicable to the left-hand side part of the 3.0-litre Lion turbodiesel V6 engine – the single and bi-turbo 2.0-litre Panther engine being excluded – FMCSA states the sprocket 'may fracture causing the engine to stall'. What to do? In all three cases, the company adds that the repair process will involve owners being contacted and advised to schedule an appointment with their closest or preferred Ford-approved dealer. 'The dealer will inspect the vehicle and carry out the necessary repairs. This service will be performed on all affected vehicles at no charge to the customer,' FMCSA said. It concluded by saying, 'if customers would like to check if their Ford vehicle is affected by this or any other recall, they can visit and enter their VIN number in the search bar'.
The South African
6 days ago
- Automotive
- The South African
Another SA vehicle recall: Do you own one of these models?
The National Consumer Commission (NCC) has confirmed the recall of the Ford Ranger, Everest, EcoSport, and Puma vehicles as notified by Ford Motor Company of Southern Africa. This is due to several faults in Ford models including some from 2021. 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. In the affected Ford Puma vehicles manufactured between November 2021 and September 2024, a fuel line may rub against a bracket, causing damage to the fuel line, the NCC said. Over time, this damage may reportedly lead to a fuel leak. In turn, 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,' the NCC said. Additionally, Ford has identified a safety concern affecting 2021 to 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. Moreover, 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. Acting Commissioner Hardin Ratshisusu said 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. The affected vehicles were sold across South Africa. In May, the National Consumer Commission (NCC) also recalled several brands and models sold in South Africa. The vehicle recall was due to various defects found in the vehicles related, among other things, to airbags, axles, batteries, and seatbelts. The affected brands included Jeep Wrangler, Chrysler, Citroën, Mercedes-Benz, Audi, VW Polo and Sedan, and Volvo. Let us know by leaving a comment below, or send a WhatsApp to 060 011 021 1. Subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp, Facebook, X, and Bluesky for the latest news.
The Citizen
6 days ago
- Automotive
- The Citizen
Ford issues recall of four products totalling over 5 700 vehicles
Models implicated are the EcoSsport, Puma, Ranger and Everest across four countries. A total of 571 Rangers, all powered by the 3.0-litre Lion turbodiesel V6 engine are being recalled. Image: Ford Ford Motor Company Southern Africa (FMCSA) has announced three separate recalls for four products totalling 5 718 vehicles in not only South Africa, but also select other Southern African Development Community (SADC) nations. In statements on Thursday evening (24 July), the Blue Oval confirmed the recalls involve versions of the EcoSport made between April 2021 and July 2022, Pumas from November 2021 to September 2024, and Rangers as well as Everests between June 2022 and March this year. EcoSport Likely involving both the Indian-sourced and Romanian-built examples, the callback of the EcoSport consist of 2 806 units in South Africa, 25 in Botswana and 41 in Namibia over front half shafts Dearborn states could have been inserted improperly into the transmission. ALSO READ: More than 6 800 drivers in South Africa affected by major vehicle recalls: What you need to know Seemingly limited to models fitted with the six-speed automatic 'box, FMCA says, 'if the half shaft disengages [from the transmission] there is a possibility of loss of engine power while driving. Discontinued EcoSport has been hardest hit with 2 872 recalls. Image: Ford 'It may also result in a vehicle rollaway when the vehicle is placed in Park without the handbrake being applied. Both conditions increase the risk of an accident'. Puma In the case of the Puma, built at the same Craiova Plant in Romania as certain versions of the EcoSport, the concern involves the fuel line. A fuel line rubbing against a bracket has been cited as the reason for 1 796 Pumas being recalled. Image: Ford Affecting 1 775 vehicles in South Africa, six in Botswana, 13 in Namibia and two in Eswatini, Ford says the line could, over time, rub on, supposedly, a type of mounting bracket causing it to leak. 'This potential issue may result in an engine stall or, in the presence of an ignition source, a fire. Owners may notice fuel odour, fuel leaking beneath the vehicle, or smoke from fuel on a hot surface,' the statement said. Ranger and Everest Affecting 571 Rangers in South Africa, 10 in Botswana, 24 Namibia and three in Eswatini, the recall, which also takes into acccount 479 local market, seven in Botswana, 10 in Namibia and one Eswatini-market Everests, centres around the camshaft sprocket. Recall count for Everest stands at 479. Image: Ford Only applicable to the left-hand side part of the 3.0-litre Lion turbodiesel V6 engine – the single and bi-turbo 2.0-litre Panther engine being excluded – FMCSA states the sprocket 'may fracture causing the engine to stall'. What to do? In all three cases, the company adds that the repair process will involve owners being contacted and advised to schedule an appointment with their closest or preferred Ford-approved dealer. 'The dealer will inspect the vehicle and carry out the necessary repairs. This service will be performed on all affected vehicles at no charge to the customer,' FMCSA said. It concluded by saying, 'if customers would like to check if their Ford vehicle is affected by this or any other recall, they can visit and enter their VIN number in the search bar'. ALSO READ: Chevrolet cars and Honda motorcycles are being recalled: Here is the list
TimesLIVE
7 days ago
- Automotive
- TimesLIVE
Ford issues safety recalls of Ranger and three other models in SA
Ford Motor Company of Southern Africa has issued safety recalls of four models this week: the EcoSport, Puma, Everest and Ranger. Ford is contacting affected customers and advising them to contact a dealer to have the necessary repairs completed free of charge. Customers may check if their Ford vehicle is affected by this or any other recall here and enter their VIN number in the search bar, or phone 0860 011 022 / +2712 843 5824 (international callers). RANGER AND EVEREST There is a safety recall on certain Ford Ranger bakkie and Everest SUV models with 3.0 l V6 engines, built between June 2022 and March 2025. FMCSA has identified that in some of the affected vehicles, there is a possibility that the left-side camshaft sprocket may fracture, causing the engine to stall without warning, increasing the risk of an accident. There are 1,050 vehicles affected in Southern Africa (South Africa — 995; Botswana — 17; Namibia — 34; Swaziland — 4). PUMA Certain Puma crossovers built between November 2021 and September 2024 have a fuel line that may rub against a bracket and develop a fuel leak over time. This potential issue may result in an engine stall or, in the presence of an ignition source, a fire. Owners may notice fuel odour, fuel leaking beneath the vehicle, or smoke from fuel on a hot surface. There are 1,796 vehicles affected in Southern Africa (South Africa — 1,775; Botswana — 6; Namibia — 13; Swaziland — 2). ECOSPORT Certain Ford EcoSport models built between April 2021 and July 2022 may have front half shafts that were not fully inserted into the transmission during assembly, creating the potential for the half shaft to disengage from the transmission. If this happens there is a possibility of loss of engine power while driving. It may also result in a vehicle rollaway when the vehicle is placed in Park without the park brake being applied. Both conditions increase the risk of an accident. There are 2,872 vehicles affected in Southern Africa (South Africa — 2,806; Botswana — 25; Namibia — 41).
