16:15 30-12-2025
Ford Australia recalls 7,509 Transit Custom and Tourneo over 12-volt battery fume risk
Ford Australia recalls 7,509 Transit Custom and Tourneo vans (2021-2025) over a 12-volt battery ventilation fault that may let toxic fumes enter the cabin.
Ford’s Australian division has announced a large-scale recall of 7,509 vehicles covering the Ford Transit Custom and Tourneo built from 2021 through 2025. The campaign addresses an issue with the 12-volt battery ventilation system.
The concern centers on a potential risk of toxic battery fumes entering the cabin. Under certain operating conditions, these gases could pass through the ventilation system, posing a health hazard to occupants.
Ford will correct the defect at no cost to all affected owners. The company plans to develop a dedicated repair procedure intended to prevent a recurrence of hazardous vapors.
The decision to act at scale looks appropriate, and the emphasis on a clear, engineered remedy—rather than a stopgap—stands out for the right reasons.