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CriticalREC-006429Published 11 September 2025View official notice ↗

2021 Ford Everest

Affected
701
Category
Cars
Campaign
25S84
Supplier
FORD MOTOR COMPANY OF AUSTRALIA PTY LTD
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The defect

Due to a manufacturing defect, the tow bar hitch may not have been welded to the required specifications and could detach from the tow bar whilst driving.Note: Whilst towing a caravan/trailer, it would remain attached to the tow vehicle if the safety chains have been correctly fitted.

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The hazard

If the tow bar hitch detaches from the vehicle whilst towing, it could increase the risk of an accident causing injury or death to other road users and bystanders.

The remedy

Owners of affected vehicles will be contacted by Ford Motor Company Australia asking them to schedule an appointment with their local dealership to have the work carried out, free of charge.

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What to do

  1. 1Check if your vehicle is affected. This recall covers 701 vehicles. Use your VIN to confirm.
  2. 2Contact FORD MOTOR COMPANY OF AUSTRALIA PTY LTD on 133 673 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 Motor Company of Australia Pty Ltd
Phone:
133 673
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Recall data sourced from vehiclerecalls.gov.au under CC BY 4.0.