Ford has announced a recall of selected Ranger bakkies and Everest SUVs due to a potential transmission defect that could increase the risk of a crash.
The recall applies to vehicles sold between 2018 and February 2020 that are equipped with the 10R80 automatic transmission.
According to Ford, the transmission fluid pump gear in the affected vehicles may fail, resulting in reduced hydraulic pressure within the transmission. This could lead to a loss of drive while the vehicle is in motion, increasing the risk of an accident.
The affected vehicles were sold in South Africa, Botswana, Lesotho and Eswatini.
Ford is urging owners of the affected models to contact their nearest authorised dealership to arrange for the necessary software update, which will be carried out at no cost.