Ford Australia has recalled 13 examples of the Ranger after it was found the ute’s engine software program could trigger it to be non-compliant with Australian rules.
“Because of a software program problem, the engine could generate extra soot than supposed which may trigger the car to set off extra frequent regenerations of Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF),” the carmaker stated in its recall discover.
“This might consequence within the car producing emissions exterior the necessities of Emissions Requirements Laws. This will additionally result in potential failure of the DPF.
“There isn’t a security hazard related to this recall and the defect won’t have an effect on the efficiency of the car. Automobiles that have this problem could not adjust to Australian Design Rule 79/04 – Emissions Management for Mild Automobiles.”
- A complete of 13 automobiles constructed from 2021 to 2022 are affected
- The Car Identification Quantity (VIN) record is hooked up right here
- The recall discover is hooked up right here
In case you personal an affected Ranger, you’ll have to contact a Ford seller to have the car rectified, freed from cost.
You may as well name Ford’s buyer relationship centre for extra info on 13 36 73.
