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🧸 Product DE SI April 23, 2021

Ford Trucks — H625 F-Max, H566 Cargo, 4 x 2 Tractor Ford

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Risk level
Serious risk
Type
Injuries
Category
Motor vehicles
Hazard
The two screw nuts on the articulation , on vehicles with C2AS suspension, could loosen as a result of an inadequate, non-compliant torque. If they loosen sufficiently, the bolts could fall out, leading to the rear axle connection detaching from the vehicle.
Origin
Turkey

⚖️ Actions ordered by authorities

  • Measures ordered by economic operators (to: Manufacturer) Recall of the product from end users
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This alert was reported 1922 days ago and has been moved from our active feed to the archive. The original safety information still applies — we have no confirmation from the issuing agency that the product is safe again. Refer to the official notice for the current status.
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72 days in total
May 17, 2026 July 28, 2026
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What is this? This is about some Ford trucks made in Turkey. A part that holds the back axle may not be tight enough.

What's happening? The nuts on the back axle might come loose. If they fall out, the back axle could detach from the truck.

Does this affect me? This affects trucks in Germany and Slovenia with a certain suspension type.

What should I do? Stop driving the truck and ask a mechanic or Ford dealer to check the nuts right away.

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Risk level: Serious risk · Type: Injuries · Category: Motor vehicles · Hazard: The two screw nuts on the articulation , on vehicles with C2AS suspension, could loosen as a result of an inadequate, non-compliant torque. If they loosen sufficiently, the bolts could fall out, leading to the rear axle connection detaching from the vehicle. · Origin: Turkey

First published
April 23, 2021
Last refreshed by us
2 months ago
Severity (as classified)
High
Official source
https://ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/screen/webReport/alertDetail/10003536

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What is this product recall alert about?
Ford Trucks — H625 F-Max, H566 Cargo, 4 x 2 Tractor Ford. Risk level: Serious risk · Type: Injuries · Category: Motor vehicles · Hazard: The two screw nuts on the articulation , on vehicles with C2AS suspension, could loosen as a result of an inadequate, non-compliant torque. If they loosen sufficiently, the bolts could fall out, leadi...
When was this alert issued?
This alert was issued on April 23, 2021 by EU Safety Gate.
Which countries are affected?
The alert applies to the following countries: Germany and Slovenia.
How serious is this alert?
Serious risk. A serious risk means the product or medicine can cause significant harm. Treat the alert as urgent.
What should I do?
If you have this product at home, stop using it and return it to the point of purchase for a refund. Keep the receipt if you have one — most retailers refund without it for safety recalls.
Where can I find the official notice?
The full official notice is published on ec.europa.eu.

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