In a gut punch for Ford fans, the automaker has yanked back over 13,000 Ranger pickups and Everest SUVs in Australia, all because of a nasty engine glitch that could leave drivers stranded. The recall, announced on May 1, 2025, targets vehicles packing the 3.0-liter turbo-diesel V6, a powerplant that’s supposed to roar but might just sputter out instead. It’s a big deal—every single one of these models sold with that engine is affected, and Ford’s scrambling to fix it.
The problem? A faulty high-pressure fuel pump. It can fail without warning, starving the engine of fuel and causing it to cut out mid-drive. Picture cruising down the highway, then—bam—nothing. No power, no warning, just you and a dead truck. Worse, it could happen in the middle of nowhere or, God forbid, at a busy intersection. Ford’s not mincing words: this is a safety hazard, plain and simple. The defect could also trigger error codes or warning lights, but by then, it might be too late to avoid trouble.
The recall covers 13,409 vehicles total—10,593 Rangers and 2,816 Everests, built between 2022 and 2025. If you’ve got one, it’s impacted, no exceptions. Ford started notifying owners on April 16, urging them to book a free repair at their nearest dealership. The fix sounds straightforward: technicians will replace the dodgy fuel pump and toss in a new fuel filter for good measure. They’ll also update the engine software to keep things humming. But until it’s done, owners are left wondering if their next drive might be their last.
This isn’t some small-batch screw-up. The recall spans every V6 diesel Ranger and Everest sold in Australia since the engine debuted. Ford’s Australian arm, based in Melbourne, is footing the bill and working overtime to get the word out. They’ve set up a hotline and a website for owners to check their vehicle’s status using the VIN. Dealerships are bracing for a flood of bookings, and some owners are already grumbling about wait times.
The government’s got eyes on this too. Australia’s Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts posted the recall notice on its vehicle safety website, confirming the scale and urgency. It’s not just a Ford problem—it’s a public safety one. The feds are making sure the company follows through, with strict rules on how recalls like this get handled.
For now, Ford’s telling drivers to keep calm and get their rigs fixed ASAP. They’re not offering loaner cars or buybacks, so if you’re stuck waiting for a service slot, tough luck. The company’s promising to move fast, but with thousands of vehicles in the queue, it’s anyone’s guess how long it’ll take to clear the backlog.
Affected vehicles: 2022-2025 Ford Ranger and Everest with 3.0-liter V6 turbo-diesel engines. Total recalled: 13,409. Owners can contact Ford Australia at 13 36 73 or visit ford.com.au for details.