REC-000302

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2016–2017 Ford RANGER & EVEREST

Category: Light Vehicle · Supplier: Ford Motor Company of Australia Limited

Recall date: 14 September 2017

Defect

The airbag initiators within the side airbag modules of certain Ranger and Everest vehicles may contain an incorrect chemical mixture.

Hazard

This incorrect chemical mixture could cause the airbag inflator not to initiate, resulting in the side airbag not deploying in the event of a crash and increasing the risk of injury to occupants. As of date of publication, there have been no reported cases in Australia.

Remedy

Ford will write to owners of all affected vehicles. Owners are advised to contact their Ford authorised Dealership for inspection and rectification free of charge. Until the Safety Recall Service is completed it is recommended that vehicles are driven with caution and at moderate speed. For further information, contact any authorised Ford Dealer or Ford's Customer Relationship Centre on 1800 503 672.

What should you do?

Check your VIN below to confirm whether your specific vehicle is affected.
Contact the supplier — Ford Motor Company of Australia Limited — or your nearest authorised dealer to arrange the recall remedy.
Recall repairs are free of charge. The manufacturer or supplier is legally required to fix the defect at no cost to you.
If you have difficulty getting the recall addressed, contact the Department of Infrastructure or your state's consumer protection agency.

Check Your VIN

Enter your Vehicle Identification Number to check if your specific vehicle is affected by this recall.

Source: vehiclerecalls.gov.au