Ford Motor Company Southern Africa issues recall for these vehicle models
Hundreds of Ford Mustangs and several Ford Transit Custom models have defects that could pose risks in accidents.
South African motorists who own Ford Mustang and Ford Transit Custom models must take note of certain defects that could be harmful in accidents.
This week, Ford Motor Company Southern Africa (FMCSA) announced defects in Mustangs manufactured between 2021 and 2022.
In a media release, the company said the affected vehicles may suffer low-pressure fuel pump failure.
In South Africa, motorists bought 330 Mustangs with this defect. One motorist in Botswana owns the defective model, while two motorists in Namibia have it as well.
Defects in Ford Mustangs explained
“FMCSA has identified that the affected vehicles may lose fuel pressure and flow from the fuel tank due to failure of the low-pressure fuel pump.
“Loss of fuel pressure and flow from the low-pressure fuel pump can be due to internal contamination of the jet pump, specifically in low fuel conditions and reduced fuel pump internal clearances, which result in an increase of internal friction and sensitivity to vapour lock,” stated FMCSA.
According to the motor vehicle manufacturer, the defect may cause no fuel delivery to the engine, resulting in an engine stall.
“An engine stall while driving increases the risk of an accident,” said FMCSA.
Airbags may not function when needed
The Ford Transit Custom, on the other hand, has an airbag defect.
Five vehicles manufactured between 2004 and 2005 in South Africa have an airbag deployment failure.
FMCSA explains the defect: “The passenger airbag needs to be replaced as a filter within the inflator might not meet the thickness specification. Under normal driving conditions, this issue does not affect vehicle operation. However, in the event of an accident that meets the parameters for airbag deployment, the out-of-specification filters may restrict gas flow from the inflator.”
South African motorists who own the defective models can contact their preferred Ford dealership to fix the defects. They can also visit the provided link for more information.
According to BusinessLive, Ford has recalled 30 000 vehicles in 2025 so far.