Ford Recalls Transit Custom and Tourneo for Battery Vent Issue in Australia
Ford has issued a recall affecting nearly 7,509 of its Transit Custom and Tourneo models manufactured from 2021 to 2025 due to concerns over the operation of their battery vents. The defect could allow toxic gases into the cabin under certain conditions.Key TakeawaysFord recalling nearly 7,509 Transit Custom and Tourneo models for a potential battery vent issue.The fault may cause harmful gases to leak inside the vehicle's cabin under specific driving conditions.A full list of affected VINs is available on Ford’s official website for customers to check their vehicles.According to the recall notice, this defect could pose a health risk to occupants as it might cause toxic gases from the 12-volt battery vent to leak into the cabin. Symptoms include a hissing sound, an acidic smell similar to...