# Ford vehicle recalls in Australia and New Zealand

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/ford-vehicle-recalls-in-australia-and-new-zealand
> Updated: 2026-08-18T00:47:23.000Z. Sources: 5. Developments: 2.

Ford has issued multiple vehicle recalls in the Oceania region involving different mechanical and software issues.

In mid-August 2026, Ford announced a recall for Ranger models in Australia and New Zealand due to a potential defect in the B-pillar trim. The issue could interfere with side curtain airbag deployment during a crash, potentially increasing injury risks. The recall affects approximately 14,000 vehicles in Australia and 2,602 Double Cab models in New Zealand.

Shortly after, Ford Australia issued a separate recall for 32 F-150 pickup trucks produced between 2021 and 2022. This recall stems from a software issue in the Powertrain Control Module that may prevent the On-Board Diagnostics system from detecting a faulty intake air temperature sensor, resulting in non-compliance with Australian emission control standards.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-18: Ford recalls F-150 pickups in Australia

Ford Australia is recalling 32 F-150 pickups produced between 2021 and 2022 due to a software issue that prevents detection of a faulty intake air temperature sensor.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/ford-recalls-f-150-pickups-in-australia

### 2026-08-13: Ford recalls Ranger vehicles in Australia and New Zealand over airbag issue

Ford is recalling thousands of Ranger vehicles in Australia and New Zealand because B-pillar trim may interfere with side curtain airbag deployment during a crash.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/ford-recalls-ranger-vehicles-in-australia-and-new-zealand-over-airbag-issue

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