Sometimes it's hard for us to wrap our heads around the sheer size of the automotive industry. It's bigger than almost everything else, with thousands of cars rolling off production lines every single day and millions of vehicles all around the world.

However, that planet-spanning scale comes with a downside—there are times when manufacturing errors occur, and they can affect a large number of cars.

We're sorry to say that's the case with Ford Australia's recently announced recall of thousands of Ford Mustang units.

Thousands of Ford Mustang units made between 2014 and 2017 are being recalled after a manufacturing fault was discovered. Credit: Ford.

The cars being recalled are Mustangs made between 2014 and 2017, and the recall has to do with a wiring harness installed in the boot lids.

It seems that the defect could cause the cars' rear-view cameras to intermittently work, as well as a potential interruption of the satellite reception and issues related to the luggage compartment lamp and luggage compartment release.

To some, those might just seem like minor issues. Nothing to be concerned about.

But as the Department of Transport has warned: 'If the rear-view camera display does not continually display the rear-view image whilst reversing the vehicle, it could increase the risk of an accident, causing serious injury or death to any persons located behind the vehicle.'

Needless to say, this is not something to be taken lightly. And here at the SDC, we feel it's important for all of our members to know if their cars could be affected. We believe in keeping everyone safe on the roads, which is why we've carefully looked into Ford's recall and the vehicles at risk.

And looking at the list of VINs (Vehicle Identification Numbers) of affected vehicles, a total of 18,840 units are affected.

If you think your car could be at risk, we recommend you get in touch with your local Ford dealership as soon as possible or contact the Customer Relationship Centre on 13FORD (133 673) to arrange an inspection or repair of the luggage compartment lid wiring harness. Owners will also reportedly be contacted in writing by Ford Australia in relation to the recall.

And don't worry, Ford Australia will provide inspections and repairs free of charge in light of the issue.

Key Takeaways

• Around 18,840 units of Ford Mustangs are being recalled across Australia due to a manufacturing defect.
• The defect affects Mustang models produced between 2014 and 2017 and relates to a fault in the wiring harness in the boot lids.
• This defect could disrupt the function of the rear-view camera, satellite reception, and operation of the luggage compartment lamp and release.
• Affected owners will be contacted by Ford, and repairs will be carried out at an Authorised Ford Dealership at no cost.

Staying safe on the road is of utmost importance to us here at the SDC. And that's why we make sure our members always have the latest information on recalls so that you can stay safe and risk-free behind the wheel.

Check if your Mustang could be affected by visiting this link, and contact your local Ford dealership without delay!

Here are some additional recent reports of vehicle recalls that you might find concerning:

• Is your car a fire risk? Find out if you're affected by the Ford Escape recall
• Is your car on this list? Urgent recall alert for Toyota, Land Rover, Jeep, Genesis, Ford Ranger and Everest owners!
• Is your car at risk? Find out about the urgent Mercedes-Benz C-Class recall now!

Stay safe always, everyone!

 

[Gsr]

Makes me wonder how come it takes so long for most of these car faults to be found and for the recalls to happen. Are manufacturers ignoring these faults hoping they go away and not acting on them until they do cause an accident. Surely customers complain as soon as they notice the faults.

 

[zevon1956]

Sometimes it's hard for us to wrap our heads around the sheer size of the automotive industry. It's bigger than almost everything else, with thousands of cars rolling off production lines every single day and millions of vehicles all around the world.

However, that planet-spanning scale comes with a downside—there are times when manufacturing errors occur, and they can affect a large number of cars.

We're sorry to say that's the case with Ford Australia's recently announced recall of thousands of Ford Mustang units.

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Thousands of Ford Mustang units made between 2014 and 2017 are being recalled after a manufacturing fault was discovered. Credit: Ford.

The cars being recalled are Mustangs made between 2014 and 2017, and the recall has to do with a wiring harness installed in the boot lids.

It seems that the defect could cause the cars' rear-view cameras to intermittently work, as well as a potential interruption of the satellite reception and issues related to the luggage compartment lamp and luggage compartment release.

To some, those might just seem like minor issues. Nothing to be concerned about.

But as the Department of Transport has warned: 'If the rear-view camera display does not continually display the rear-view image whilst reversing the vehicle, it could increase the risk of an accident, causing serious injury or death to any persons located behind the vehicle.'

Needless to say, this is not something to be taken lightly. And here at the SDC, we feel it's important for all of our members to know if their cars could be affected. We believe in keeping everyone safe on the roads, which is why we've carefully looked into Ford's recall and the vehicles at risk.

And looking at the list of VINs (Vehicle Identification Numbers) of affected vehicles, a total of 18,840 units are affected.

If you think your car could be at risk, we recommend you get in touch with your local Ford dealership as soon as possible or contact the Customer Relationship Centre on 13FORD (133 673) to arrange an inspection or repair of the luggage compartment lid wiring harness. Owners will also reportedly be contacted in writing by Ford Australia in relation to the recall.

And don't worry, Ford Australia will provide inspections and repairs free of charge in light of the issue.

Key Takeaways

• Around 18,840 units of Ford Mustangs are being recalled across Australia due to a manufacturing defect.
• The defect affects Mustang models produced between 2014 and 2017 and relates to a fault in the wiring harness in the boot lids.
• This defect could disrupt the function of the rear-view camera, satellite reception, and operation of the luggage compartment lamp and release.
• Affected owners will be contacted by Ford, and repairs will be carried out at an Authorised Ford Dealership at no cost.

Staying safe on the road is of utmost importance to us here at the SDC. And that's why we make sure our members always have the latest information on recalls so that you can stay safe and risk-free behind the wheel.

Check if your Mustang could be affected by visiting this link, and contact your local Ford dealership without delay!

Here are some additional recent reports of vehicle recalls that you might find concerning:

• Is your car a fire risk? Find out if you're affected by the Ford Escape recall
• Is your car on this list? Urgent recall alert for Toyota, Land Rover, Jeep, Genesis, Ford Ranger and Everest owners!
• Is your car at risk? Find out about the urgent Mercedes-Benz C-Class recall now!

Stay safe always, everyone!

 

[68autobug]

Makes me wonder how come it takes so long for most of these car faults to be found and for the recalls to happen. Are manufacturers ignoring these faults hoping they go away and not acting on them until they do cause an accident. Surely customers complain as soon as they notice the faults.

I don't believe that is the case. They need to make sure which cars are actually at fault or have a maybe faulty part etc. Parts for cars are now made all over the world. I recently saw on a FORD Ranger engine bay, parts were made in Romania plus many other european countries. So Ford isn't actually making these parts that do fail., plus although they are looking at every Mustang between those years , it maybe only a very small amount of actual faults in thse cars, but all are being checked. It could even be a case of an electrical connector not being fully clipped in, etc. Many of these recalls are for electrical connectors or wiring incorrectly fitted by the person who does that job, and it can take a while for the fault to be noticed by owners. Bugbuyer 68autobug