Ford Transit Custom light commercial vehicle — fire risk
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Hazard
A touch condition between the diesel fuel tank and the DCIV bulkhead bracket bolt may cause damage to the fuel tank over time and fuel to leak onto hot engine or exhaust components. As a result, the leaking fuel may ignite and result in a fire. The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
Measures taken
- Recall of the product from end users — Manufacturer (28/09/2026)
Product description
Light commercial vehicle.
What should I do?
If you own this product, stop using it and check the official notice for what the seller or authority advises (return, refund, repair or disposal). Measures listed here were reported by national authorities to the EU Safety Gate system.
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