Ford — recall
Automotive · Australia · 2025-12-10
Ford Ranger/Everest/F150 ARB Solis lights wiring harness may corrode due to moisture
| Country | Australia |
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| Category | Automotive |
| Published | 2025-12-10 |
| Manufacturer | FORD MOTOR COMPANY OF AUSTRALIA PTY LTD |
| Models affected | Ranger, Everest and F150 |
| Model year | 2019 - 2025 |
| Units affected | 2696 |
| Defect | Due to a manufacturing defect, moisture may enter the ARB Solis lights wiring harness causing corrosion. If this occurs, it could generate excessive heat leading to a vehicle fire while parked or driving._x000D_ Note: Affected vehicles should be parked in an open space and away from flammable materials and structures, until the defect has been rectified by Ford dealership. A vehicle fire could increase the risk of injury or death to vehicle occupants, other road users or bystanders and/or damage to property. |
| Remedy | Until parts become available, Ford is providing Solis lights deactivation instructions which will enable customers to deactivate the Solis lights as an interim repair and continue to drive the vehicle while waiting for the final repair._x000D_ For further information, contact any authorised Ford Dealer or Ford Customer Relationship Centre on 13 FORD (13 3673). |
| Recall number | REC-006497 |
| Official notice | View source ↗ |
What this means for sellers
| Likely platform / channel actions | OEMs/dealers will run the remedy (repair, replace or refund); component suppliers in the chain may face traceback. |
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| Self-check for comparable products | Check your comparable products' design, materials and QC records against the defect described here. |
| Rules & standards likely involved | the destination market's product-safety rules and mandatory standards |
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