recall information
Recall number
REC-006483
Campaign number
25SB9
Original published date
make and model information
Make
Ford
Model
F150
Year range
2023
Affected units
3,166
Identifying features
VIN (Vehicle identification number)
What are the defects?
Due to a manufacturing defect, the fuel vapour line may come into contact with the coolant hose and become damaged. This may result in a fuel smell and/or a coolant leak and may cause an engine compartment fire. In addition, the vehicle may experience excessive coolant consumption, lack of heater performance, reduced engine performance and drivability issues.
Note: If excessive coolant consumption occurs, the malfunction indicator warning light will display in the instrument cluster.
Note: If excessive coolant consumption occurs, the malfunction indicator warning light will display in the instrument cluster.
What are the hazards?
A vehicle fire could increase the risk of an accident causing serious injury or death to vehicle occupants, other road users, bystanders and/or damage to property.
What should consumers do?
Owners of affected vehicles will be contacted by Ford Motor Company in writing asking them to schedule an appointment with their preferred authorised dealership to have the work carried out, free of charge.
Supplier details
FORD MOTOR COMPANY OF AUSTRALIA PTY LTD
Who should owners/operators contact for more information?
Contact name
Ford Dealer or Ford Customer Relationship Centre
Contact phone
13 36 73
Responsible regulator
Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications, Sport and the Arts is the responsible regulator for this recall.
