Ford recalls some 2022 Ranger and Everest models over transmission software fault

Ford Australia has issued a safety recall for 244 examples of the 2022 Ranger and Everest, citing a transmission software defect that could cause the vehicle to stop unexpectedly.

The recall, listed as REC-006541 on the Australian Government’s Vehicle Recalls website, relates to an issue where the transmission may shift into Park unintentionally under specific conditions. According to the notice, if the vehicle’s battery state of charge drops below a critical level while travelling at speeds below 6km/h, the transmission software may command a shift into Park, causing the vehicle to suddenly stop.

In addition to the loss of drive, the rear brake lamps may not illuminate as intended during the event. This reduces warning to following traffic and increases the risk of a rear-end collision.

Ford has advised that even vehicles previously repaired under an earlier related recall campaign (23S40) must be returned, as further corrective action is required.

Ford Australia will contact affected owners directly and request they book their vehicle into an authorised Ford dealership. The remedy involves updating the vehicle’s software, and the work will be carried out free of charge.

Owners who are unsure whether their vehicle is affected are advised to check their VIN against the recall listing on the Vehicle Recalls website or contact Ford Australia directly.