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CriticalREC-000304Published 29 March 2017View official notice ↗

2012–2014 Ford Ecoboost Kuga & Ecoboost ST Fiesta

Affected
4,842
Category
Cars
Campaign
17S09
Supplier
Ford Motor Company of Australia Limited
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The defect

In all of the affected vehicles, localised overheating of the engine cylinder head, due to a lack of coolant circulation, may cause the cylinder head to crack, causing an oil leak.

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The hazard

An oil leak may result in a fire in the engine compartment.

The remedy

Ford will contact affected owners in writing, requesting that owners make an appointment at their preferred Ford Authorised Dealership for inspection and rectification carried out free of charge.For further information, contact any authorised Ford Dealer or Ford's Customer Relationship Centre on 1800 503 672.

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What to do

  1. 1Check if your vehicle is affected. This recall covers 4,842 vehicles. Use your VIN to confirm.
  2. 2Contact Ford Motor Company of Australia Limited on 1800 503 672 to arrange inspection and repair.
  3. 3Repairs are free of charge when arranged through an authorised dealer.
  4. 4Verify this recall on the official government register: vehiclerecalls.gov.au ↗
Contact details
Contact:
Ford Authorised Dealership

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