Ford has recalled a total of 2572 Ranger and Everest vehicles built between 2017 and 2019 due to a transmission software fault.

The recall affects certain Ranger vehicles built between December 19, 2017, and September 20, 2019, along with certain Everest vehicles built between November 27, 2017, and June 29, 2019.

Listed as recall REC-006659 (↗), the issue relates to the transmission fluid pump gears, which could fail while driving due to a software fault. If the gears fail, the transmission may lose hydraulic fluid pressure, resulting in a loss of motive power. 

Ford says a loss of motive power could increase the risk of serious injury or death to vehicle occupants and other road users. The recall is a re-notification and extension of previous recall REC-000320 (↗) issued in June 2020.

The latest recall follows a similar recall earlier this year affecting 244 examples of MY2022 Ranger and Everest models. That recall related to a transmission software issue that could cause the vehicle to unexpectedly shift into Park at low speeds if the battery state of charge dropped below a critical level, resulting in a sudden loss of drive.

Ford will contact owners of affected vehicles to arrange an inspection and repair free of charge.

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