By NICK WILSON FOR DAILY MAIL AUSTRALIA

Published: 03:33 BST, 1 May 2025 | Updated: 03:52 BST, 1 May 2025

Thousands of Ford Ranger utes and Everest SUVs have been recalled across Australia due to a potential engine problem.

The recall impacts models with the marque’s 3.0-litre ‘Lion’ V6 engine.

‘Due to a manufacturing defect, the left-hand engine camshaft sprocket may fracture. As a result, the engine could stall leading to a sudden loss of motive power whilst driving,’ the company says in its recall notice.

‘A sudden loss of motive power whilst driving increases the risk of an accident, which may result in serious injury or death to vehicle occupants and other road users.’

A total of 13,490 vehicles built between 2022 and 2025 are affected.

Owners of affected vehicles will be contacted in writing, requesting they schedule an appointment with an authorised Ford dealer to have the issue rectified, free of charge.

If you have any further questions, you can contact the Ford Customer Relationship Centre on 133 673.

A number of owners across Australia belonging to a popular Ford Ranger Facebook page said their vehicles had recently faced a range of engine-related issues.

Thousands of Ford Ranger utes and Everest SUV's have been recalled across the country

Thousands of Ford Ranger utes and Everest SUV’s have been recalled across the country

Ford said a manufacturing defect in the engines of both models were to blame for the recall

Ford said a manufacturing defect in the engines of both models were to blame for the recall

One user shared an image of his Ranger on the back of a tow-truck before it was replaced due to an issue with the V6 turbo diesel engine. 

‘No warning lights, no fluids lost, no loss of power,’ he wrote alongside the image. 

‘Ford won’t tell me what happened, just that they are going to replace the motor.’ 

Another user wrote their vehicle met the recall specifications, adding: ‘Called Ford and they advised the recall is just an inspection at present. 

‘Doesn’t fill me with confidence given I’m heading off on a big trip in a month.’ 

Ford Australia has been contacted by Daily Mail Australia.  

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