Ford Ranger recall: Ranger Idler Gear Failure
- What's wrong
- A small number of Ranger vehicles that have been manufactured with an incorrectly assembled engine idler gear. An improperly installed engine idler gear may cause an engine stall with sudden loss of power whilst driving increasing the risk of crash or injury. A noise is…
- What to do
- Contact a Ford dealer to book the free repair. Replace Idler assembly
What’s wrong
A small number of Ranger vehicles that have been manufactured with an incorrectly assembled engine idler gear. An improperly installed engine idler gear may cause an engine stall with sudden loss of power whilst driving increasing the risk of crash or injury. A noise is typically observed from the engine in advance. In the event of a failure the vehicle will stall and/or not start.
The fix
Replace Idler assembly
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ranger | 3 Nov 2023 | 6 Apr 2024 | 3 |
How to check your vehicle
Use the official DVSA checker with your registration number to see if your exact vehicle is included. If it is, the manufacturer should have written to the registered keeper. The repair is free, even if you bought the vehicle second-hand.
Updated 24 July 2024. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.