REC-003411

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0 Ford Fiesta

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

Recall date: 13 January 2012

Defect

A small number of vehicles could have a brass blanking plug fitted to the exhaust system that may not retain torque. Under certain circumstances, there is a possibility that this plug may become loose, allowing exhaust gases to escape.

Hazard

The potential exists for the occupants of the vehicle to be exposed to exhaust gases, which are poisonous.

Remedy

Ford will write to owners of affected vehicles. Owners are advised to contact their authorised dealership for inspection and rectification. 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