Ford — Ranger
Pickup truck
- Risk level
- Serious risk
- Type
- Injuries
- Category
- Motor vehicles
- Hazard
- The steering column may become detached from the intermediate steering shaft because of a loose bolt, resulting in loss of steering and increasing the risk of an accident.
- Origin
- South Africa
⚖️ Actions ordered by authorities
- ▸ Measures ordered by economic operators (to: Manufacturer) Recall of the product from end users
What is this? A problem with some Ford Ranger trucks. The steering column may come loose from the steering shaft. This can make the truck hard to steer.
What's happening? Ford found that a bolt may not be tight enough. This could cause the steering to fail. The company is fixing the problem.
Does this affect me? If you own or drive a Ford Ranger in certain countries, check if your truck needs a repair.
What should I do? Stop driving the truck and contact a Ford dealer right away. Ask your pharmacist or doctor if you feel unsure about safety.
🤖 This plain-language summary is automatically generated from the official agency notice using AI. It is for general information only — not medical advice. For decisions about your health, always consult a pharmacist or doctor and read the official source linked below.
🔬 Medical / technical details (for professionals)
Risk level: Serious risk · Type: Injuries · Category: Motor vehicles · Hazard: The steering column may become detached from the intermediate steering shaft because of a loose bolt, resulting in loss of steering and increasing the risk of an accident. · Origin: South Africa
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