Ford Motor Company of Australia has issued a recall for 29,874 vehicles manufactured between 2022 and 2024 due to a critical software issue affecting the rear-view camera. The recall affects a wide range of popular models, including the Ford Mach E, F-150, Ranger, Everest, Mustang, Transit, and Transit Custom.
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What’s the Issue?
The defect relates to the rear-view camera system, which may fail to display the image while the vehicle is reversing. This issue is caused by a software malfunction and poses a significant safety risk.
Why It Matters
If the rear-view camera does not function properly, it may lead to reduced visibility when reversing. This increases the risk of an accident, potentially causing serious injury or death to pedestrians or other road users behind the vehicle.
Affected Vehicles
The recall applies to the following Ford models manufactured between 2022 and 2024:
The full list of affected VINs is available via the official recall notice (Campaign Number: 25S49, Recall Number: REC-006358).
What Should Owners Do?
Ford is contacting owners of affected vehicles directly. Owners are urged to make an appointment with their nearest Authorised Ford Dealer to have the software issue resolved. The repair will be carried out free of charge.
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How to Get More Information
Vehicle owners can contact the Ford Customer Relationship Centre for more details:
- Phone: 133 673
Additional information, including the VIN list, can be found by visiting the official product safety recall site or by contacting Ford directly.
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