The National Consumer Commission (NCC) hereby informs consumers that Ford Motor Company of Southern Africa (Pty) Ltd (Ford) is recalling three (3) Ford Ranger vehicles fitted with Solis Lights. The affected vehicles were from 2023 to 2024.

According to Ford, the recall is due to a high resistance short between the positive and negative in the Solis lights wiring connector terminal pins. This results from moisture and the associated corrosive damage to the pins.

This may result in excessive heat damage to internal terminals of the Solis wiring connector, and a prolonged high-resistance short can create excessive heat, leading to potential vehicle fire. As the circuit is powered at all times, fires may occur when the vehicle is attended or unattended and parked, creating the risk of fires spreading to adjacent property or structures.

While waiting for the availability of the parts, consumers with the affected vehicles are encouraged to take their vehicles to the nearest authorised Ford dealership for the deactivation of the lights. This is an interim measure. The supplier will inform consumers once the necessary parts are available. The necessary repair work will be carried out at no cost to the consumer.

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Issued by: National Consumer Commission (NCC)  

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