Ford Ranger recall: Side airbag initiator may be defective
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- Affected vehicles may have been fitted with a defective side airbag initiator. This may cause the side airbag not to deploy in an accident.
- What to do
- Contact a Ford dealer to book the free repair. On affected vehicles fit new side airbags.
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
Affected vehicles may have been fitted with a defective side airbag initiator. This may cause the side airbag not to deploy in an accident.
The fix
On affected vehicles fit new side airbags.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ranger | 7 Oct 2016 | 17 Nov 2016 | 50 |
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 9 May 2018. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.