Various Ford models and Jaguar vehicles recalled

The National Consumer Commission (NCC) has seen a surge in recalls of various car brands.

In the latest recall, Ford Motor Company of Southern Africa (Ford) announced the recall of its Ranger, Everest, EcoSport, and Puma vehicles.

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, 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,’’ said the NCC in a statement.

The affected Ford Puma vehicles were available on the market from November 2021 to September 2024.

Ford has also 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,’’ said the NCC.

“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 Hardin Ratshisusu, Acting Commissioner.

The affected vehicles were sold across South Africa.

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Meanwhile, Jaguar Land Rover Limited are recalling the 2021 to 2024 Jaguar E-PACE models due to an issue with the passenger airbag. According to the supplier, the airbag may tear during deployment due to improper folding during the assembly process.

‘’A torn airbag may reduce occupant protection and increase the risk of injury in a crash. Additionally, a torn airbag could allow hot gases to escape, potentially causing burns to occupants,’’ said the NCC.

PICTURE: Jaguar

Affected consumers are urged to immediately contact the nearest authorised dealership of these motor vehicles to have the module and associated components replaced at no charge.

 

Done By: Mitchum George