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Ford recalls more than 5 500 Rangers

12th September 2025

By: Darren Parker

Deputy Editor Online

     

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Car manufacturer Ford Motor Company of Southern Africa (FMCSA) has recalled certain 2025 and 2026 Ranger vehicles, citing safety concerns.

FMCSA said it has identified that, in the affected vehicles, drivers might feel a change in pedal feel or travel with an increase in pedal efforts needed to brake the vehicle owing to a loss of the brake boost feature.

The company advised that the antilock brake system (ABS), electronic stability control (ESC) and brake warning signals will illuminate, and informational messages will be displayed in the instrument cluster.

In addition, an audible alert will sound. Loss of brake boost may cause extended stopping distances, thereby increasing the risk of an accident.

The company said that there are 5 676 vehicles affected in Southern Africa, of which 5 387 are in South Africa, 113 in Botswana, 157 in Namibia and 19 in Eswatini.

FMCSA said it was contacting affected customers and advising them to contact their preferred dealers to schedule an appointment to have the vehicle inspected and repaired. A software update will also be implemented at no charge.

Drivers who suspect that their vehicles might be affected can check on the FMCSA website by entering their VIN number.

In July, announced a safety recall of 1 050 Ranger and Everest vehicles, 1 796 Puma vehicles and 2 872 EcoSport vehicles sold in Southern Africa.

Edited by Chanel de Bruyn
Creamer Media Senior Deputy Editor Online

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