Ford Ranger recall: Ranger vehicles that may have been produced with incorrect bolts for the rear axle ring gear. In some circumstances the incorrect ring gear bolts may become loose under severe driving conditions causing knocking or whining noises from the rear axle. In very extreme cases the vehicle may experience rear axle lock-up due to the bolts detaching and getting stuck in the rear axle gears.
- What's wrong
- Ranger vehicles that may have been produced with incorrect bolts for the rear axle ring gear. In some circumstances the incorrect ring gear bolts may become loose under severe driving conditions causing knocking or whining noises from the rear axle. In very extreme cases the…
- What to do
- Contact a Ford dealer to book the free repair. The dealer will replace the complete rear axle assembly on all of the affected vehicles.�
What’s wrong
Ranger vehicles that may have been produced with incorrect bolts for the rear axle ring gear. In some circumstances the incorrect ring gear bolts may become loose under severe driving conditions causing knocking or whining noises from the rear axle. In very extreme cases the vehicle may experience rear axle lock-up due to the bolts detaching and getting stuck in the rear axle gears.�
The fix
The dealer will replace the complete rear axle assembly on all of the affected vehicles.�
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ranger | 5 Apr 2023 | 5 Apr 2023 | 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 3 October 2023. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.