Ford recalls nearly 30,000 vehicles over safety risk
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If you’re a proud Ford owner—or know someone who is—this is one recall you won’t want to ignore.
Ford Australia has just announced a major recall affecting nearly 30,000 vehicles across some of its most popular models, including the Ranger, Everest, Mustang, Mustang Mach-E, Transit, Transit Custom, and the F-150.
The culprit is a software glitch in the reversing camera that could put you and others at risk.
Let’s face it: reversing cameras have become a must-have safety feature, especially for those of us who remember the days of craning our necks and hoping for the best!
But in this case, a software issue means the rear-view camera might not display the image as intended when you’re backing up.
That’s not just an inconvenience—it could be downright dangerous.
According to Ford’s official recall notice: 'Due to a software issue, the rear-view camera may not display the rear-view image whilst reversing as intended. If the rear-view camera does not operate as intended while reversing the vehicle, it could increase the risk of an accident causing serious injury or death to persons located behind the vehicle.'
The recall covers a wide range of Ford’s recent models, including:
If you own one of the affected vehicles, Ford is urging you to book an appointment with your local Ford dealership as soon as possible.
The good news is that the fix is completely free of charge. The dealership will update the software to ensure your reversing camera works as it should, giving you peace of mind every time you back out of the driveway.
If you have any questions or want to confirm whether your vehicle is included in the recall, you can contact the Ford Customer Relationship Centre at 133 673.
They’ll be able to guide you through the process and answer any concerns you might have.
Car recalls can sound alarming, but they’re actually a sign that manufacturers are taking safety seriously.
Modern vehicles are packed with technology, and while that brings plenty of benefits, it also means there’s more that can go wrong.
When a potential issue is discovered, a recall is the best way to ensure everyone stays safe on the road.
Ignoring a recall can have serious consequences—not just for you but for pedestrians and other drivers as well. So, if you get a recall notice, don’t put it off!
Reversing cameras have become standard in most new vehicles, and for good reason.
They help eliminate blind spots, making it easier to spot children, pets, or obstacles behind your car.
For many over-60s, these cameras are a real game-changer, making parking and reversing safer and less stressful.
But as this recall shows, even the best technology can have hiccups. That’s why it’s always a good idea to do a quick visual check around your car before reversing, just in case.
And remember, if you ever have doubts about your vehicle’s safety, don’t hesitate to reach out to your dealership or the manufacturer.
It’s always better to be cautious, especially when it comes to something as important as road safety.
Stay safe out there, and keep an eye on those recall notices!
Have you received a recall notice for your Ford? Did you have any issues with your reversing camera? How was your experience getting it fixed? Share your stories in the comments below.
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Ford Australia has just announced a major recall affecting nearly 30,000 vehicles across some of its most popular models, including the Ranger, Everest, Mustang, Mustang Mach-E, Transit, Transit Custom, and the F-150.
The culprit is a software glitch in the reversing camera that could put you and others at risk.
Let’s face it: reversing cameras have become a must-have safety feature, especially for those of us who remember the days of craning our necks and hoping for the best!
But in this case, a software issue means the rear-view camera might not display the image as intended when you’re backing up.
That’s not just an inconvenience—it could be downright dangerous.
Nearly 30,000 Ford vehicles in Australia were recalled due to reversing camera faults. Credit: Tramino / iStock
According to Ford’s official recall notice: 'Due to a software issue, the rear-view camera may not display the rear-view image whilst reversing as intended. If the rear-view camera does not operate as intended while reversing the vehicle, it could increase the risk of an accident causing serious injury or death to persons located behind the vehicle.'
The recall covers a wide range of Ford’s recent models, including:
- Ford Ranger
- Ford Everest
- Ford Mustang
- Ford Mustang Mach-E
- Ford Transit- Ford Transit Custom
- Ford F-150
The good news is that the fix is completely free of charge. The dealership will update the software to ensure your reversing camera works as it should, giving you peace of mind every time you back out of the driveway.
If you have any questions or want to confirm whether your vehicle is included in the recall, you can contact the Ford Customer Relationship Centre at 133 673.
They’ll be able to guide you through the process and answer any concerns you might have.
Car recalls can sound alarming, but they’re actually a sign that manufacturers are taking safety seriously.
Modern vehicles are packed with technology, and while that brings plenty of benefits, it also means there’s more that can go wrong.
Ignoring a recall can have serious consequences—not just for you but for pedestrians and other drivers as well. So, if you get a recall notice, don’t put it off!
Reversing cameras have become standard in most new vehicles, and for good reason.
They help eliminate blind spots, making it easier to spot children, pets, or obstacles behind your car.
For many over-60s, these cameras are a real game-changer, making parking and reversing safer and less stressful.
But as this recall shows, even the best technology can have hiccups. That’s why it’s always a good idea to do a quick visual check around your car before reversing, just in case.
It’s always better to be cautious, especially when it comes to something as important as road safety.
Stay safe out there, and keep an eye on those recall notices!
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