Ford Forced to Recall Over 77,000 Vehicles in France: A Potential Fire Hazard
Thousands of Ford Vehicles Face Recall Over Fuel Leakage Concerns
It's not just Stellantis that's grappling with vehicle recalls. While the ongoing Takata airbag scandal continues to haunt the European manufacturer, it's now Ford's turn to deal with car recalls in France, as reported by La Provence. Over 77,722 Ford vehicles are being recalled in France due to the threat of a potential "fuel leak."
This issue is concerning enough for Ford to recall such a large number of cars. They've warned of a possible loss of power but also more serious consequences. As Ford puts it, "accumulated fuel or vapors near a hot surface have the potential to ignite, causing a fire in the engine compartment." The root cause appears to be friction that can occur between the fuel channel and its support protection. However, specific models impacted by this recall aren't explicitly outlined in the available information.
How Does This Affect Specific Ford Models?
Ford has disclosed that four models are primarily targeted by this recall campaign. These include city cars like the Ford Fiesta and Ford Puma. Manufacturing dates for the Fiesta range from December 9, 2021, to July 26, 2023, while the Puma were between November 19, 2021, and September 24, 2024. Additionally, Ford Transit Courier and Tourneo Courier made between March 6, 2023, and September 24, 2024, are also facing this recall.
According to La Provence, all vehicle owners have been contacted by Ford via mail to replace the defective components. The brand is covering all costs, and the repair process is estimated to take around thirty minutes. However, some owners report issues due to a lack of parts, resulting in delays until early July. Some 7,300 vehicles have already been repaired, representing just under 10% of the total recall.
This fuel leak issue in France seems to be a problem distinct from another recall affecting certain 2022-2024 model Navigator and Expedition vehicles in the U.S. That recall involves a potential brake fluid leak.
In summary, Ford is issuing a recall for over 77,000 vehicles in France due to a potential fuel leak that could cause a fire. Specific models affected by this recall haven't been detailed, but the campaign primarily targets city cars like the Ford Fiesta and Ford Puma, as well as the Ford Transit Courier and Tourneo Courier. If you own one of these models, check your mail for Ford's contact regarding the recall.
The potentially dangerous fuel leak affects not only city cars like the Ford Fiesta and Ford Puma, but also the Ford Transit Courier and Tourneo Courier, all of which are included in the recall. This issue in the French industry could have significant financial implications for Ford, due to the costs associated with replacements and potential transportation disruptions.
