Ford Ranger: Rear Driveshaft May Become Damaged Resulting In Loss Of Drive
Ford is recalling 3,277 Ford Ranger vehicles in the United Kingdom because a clip that holds the gearshift cables may not be fully engaged with the handbrake cable. This misalignment can cause the cables to contact and damage the rear driveshaft, potentially resulting in loss of drive. Dealerships will inspect and realign the clip, and replace the gearshift cables or driveshaft if damage is found.
- Recalling firm
- FORD
- Product
- Vehicles: FORD RANGER. Units affected: 3,277
- Reason
- On affected vehicles the clip that retains the gearshift cables may not be fully engaged with the metal portion of the handbrake cable. Remedy: Inspect the gearshift cables and driveshaft for signs of contact damage and replace if required. Also the dealership will inspect the gearshift cables clip to ensure it is correctly aligned and fully engaged.
- Category
- vehicle recall
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Agency
- UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
- Recall date
- 2017-09-29
- Status
- Ongoing
- Distribution
- United Kingdom
Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
Recall details on Nibble Recalls: https://trynibble.app/recalls/af16a178-5242-4a82-b625-9005e065e75f