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Ford recalls Transit and Tourneo Custom vehicles over battery risk

The National Consumer Commission (NCC) has issued a notice to South African consumers about a product recall affecting certain Ford Transit and Transit / Tourneo Custom passenger vehicles.

The recall, initiated by Ford Motor Company of Southern Africa (Manufacturing) (Pty) Ltd, involves 582 vehicles from the 2022 to 2026 model range that were sold across the country between 2021 and 2025.

According to the NCC, the recall centres on a possible defect linked to the H7 AGM battery fitted in these vehicles.

Ford has indicated that the batteries may produce a strong, rotten egg-like odour inside the vehicle cabin.

Motorists and passengers could also hear hissing noises or observe gas venting from the battery area.

In some cases, the area around the seats may feel unusually warm as the battery temperature increases.

The manufacturer warned that elevated temperatures could trigger a chemical reaction, potentially releasing harmful hydrogen sulphide gas. Extended exposure to this gas may pose health risks to occupants.

Consumers who own affected models are urged to act without delay.

 
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The Felicity Ace, a massive Panama-flagged cargo ship carrying thousands of Volkswagen Group vehicles, caught fire near the Azores islands in the Atlantic Ocean Wednesday afternoon.

The ship’s 22 crewmembers were successfully evacuated and taken to a local hotel by the Portuguese Navy and Air Force, who were deployed to help with the rescue effort, according to a statement from the Navy. The ship itself was left unmanned and adrift.

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Carmaker Stellantis recalls 700,000 hybrid vehicles

Carmaker Stellantis has recalled 700,000 hybrid vehicles worldwide -- including Fiat, Jeep, Citroen and Peugeot brands -- over a problem that could cause a fire in the engine, Germany's vehicle regulator KBA has said.

The carmaker confirmed Wednesday it had registered 36 incidents connected with the problem worldwide, including 12 fires, and added that more than 200,000 of the recalls were in France.

Stellantis, which was formed in 2021 through a merger of France's PSA Group and Italian-American company Fiat-Chrysler, has also recently recalled other models over other problems with airbags and engines.

The latest issue affects small hybrid cars where the combustion engine and electric motor have been positioned too close together.

When in humid conditions two of the smaller components can come into contact and cause a fire, but the issue can be fixed in minutes by replacing a small part, according to Stellantis.

 
NCC recalls Land Rover Defender and Jaguar I-Pace vehicles over safety concerns

The National Consumer Commission (NCC) has recalled over 100 Land Rover Defender and Jaguar I-Pace vehicles due to safety concerns.

According to the NCC spokesperson, Pheto Ntaba, the recalls are due to potential defects that may affect vehicle safety systems and battery performance.

Land Rover Defender

Jaguar informed the NCC that it is recalling certain 2026 model-year Land Rover Defender vehicles, which were sold between November 3, 2025, and February 21, 2026, through authorised dealerships. This specific recall affects 60 vehicles.

“According to the supplier, the third-row lower seat belt anchorage bracket may contain a weld stud of insufficient strength due to material contamination during manufacturing. This defect could prevent the seatbelt from working correctly in a crash, increasing the risk of injury to occupants,” Ntaba said.

Jaguar I-Pace

Jaguar is also recalling certain 2019 to 2021 model-year Jaguar I-Pace vehicles that were sold nationally between June 23, 2019, and June 18, 2021, affecting 67 vehicles.

“The supplier has identified a potential issue affecting the high-voltage traction battery pack. In certain circumstances, the battery may experience thermal overload, which may result in smoke or fire,” Ntaba said.

As an interim measure, affected Jaguar I-Pace vehicles will receive a software update that restricts the maximum battery charge level to 90%. Consumers are advised to limit charging to 90%, park vehicles away from structures, and charge vehicles outdoors where possible.

“Owners of the affected vehicles are urged to take their vehicles to the nearest authorised Jaguar and Land Rover dealerships for repairs. The necessary repair work will be carried out at no cost to the consumer,” Ntaba said.

 

Ford issues recall affecting 420,000 owners—check if your car is included - How To Geek​

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Ford and recalls seem to go hand in hand at this point. Last year alone, the automaker topped the charts again with a record 153 recalls impacting nearly 13 million vehicles, keeping its spot as the most-recalled brand for a second year running.

Most of those issues were software-related, but a few did involve more serious hardware concerns that raised eyebrows. Now, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has flagged another one—this time affecting 422,613 Ford and Lincoln vehicles in total.

Here’s what drivers need to know and which models are affected​

Ford and Lincoln are recalling a range of models from 2021 to 2023 over a windshield wiper issue that could end up leaving drivers with no real visibility in bad weather. The problem comes down to wiper arms that can fail or break, meaning the blades might not clear the windscreen properly when you actually need them most.

The recall covers 2021–2023 Ford Expeditions and Lincoln Navigators, along with 2022–2023 Super Duty trucks including the F-250, F-350, F-450, F-550, and F-600. In these vehicles, some were built with incorrectly installed latch retention plates, which can let the wiper head come loose from the arm.

That part might sound small, but it’s doing an important job—keeping everything locked in place while the wipers move. If it fails, visibility can drop fast in heavy rain or snow, which obviously raises the risk of a crash.

According to the NHTSA’s 573 report, drivers could notice the wipers acting up—things like uneven speed, full failure, or even the wiper arm coming loose. It might sound like a small issue on paper, and compared to bigger mechanical failures it is, but it can still quickly turn into a safety problem if visibility drops at the wrong moment.

Even minor faults like this can increase the risk of accidents, especially in bad weather when you’re relying on your wipers most. And on top of that, recalls like this don’t exactly do much for buyer confidence, particularly when they affect so many vehicles at once.
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Ford issues recall affecting 420,000 owners—check if your car is included

Ford, already the most-recalled brand in recent years, kicks off 2026 with another major recall affecting hundreds of thousands of vehicles.
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Maruti Suzuki Ignis recalled over faulty parking sensors - Team-BHP​

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Maruti Suzuki has reportedly issued a recall for the Ignis over a rear parking sensor issue.

According to a leaked dealer document, a faulty ‘controller assembly part’ can cause the sensor to malfunction.

“Sometimes the reverse parking sensor may not function correctly. For the same reason, MSIL has proactively decided to replace the affected part. The said activity is being carried out to provide a better customer experience,” the document states.

The document does not mention the exact number of units that are affected by this issue, nor does it provide clarity on the timeframe during which the affected vehicles were manufactured.

Owners of the affected vehicles have already been notified about the recall. Customers are requested to get the issue resolved at their nearest authorized workshop. The repairs will be done free of cost.
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More than 700 Ford and Jeep vehicles recalled over safety defects

More than 700 Ford and Jeep vehicles have been recalled in South Africa after defects were identified that could increase the risk of crashes.

The National Consumer Commission said Ford Motor Company of Southern Africa is recalling 633 Ford Transit and Ford Tourneo Custom vehicles manufactured between 2025 and 2026, while Stellantis South Africa is recalling 82 Jeep Grand Cherokee SUVs built between 2021 and 2023.

The latest action follows several recalls announced in South Africa this year. In March, Ford recalled 582 Transit and Tourneo Custom vehicles over a battery defect that could expose occupants to hydrogen sulphide gas.

In April, the company recalled more than 400 vehicles, including Ford Transit and Toyota Hino models, over separate safety concerns. Stellantis, meanwhile, recalled about 700 hybrid vehicles in April and more than 400 Jeep Grand Cherokee SUVs in May over unrelated defects.

 
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