ford ranger fire

If “Ford Ranger fire” has you spooked, you’re not wrong to ask—like any popular ute, there have been isolated incidents. Usual suspects are heat and electrics: hot exhaust/DPF meeting dry grass, accessory wiring fitted badly, fluid leaks onto hot components, or debris parked where it shouldn’t be. Check for active recalls with Ford Australia or on recalls.gov.au, and have any aftermarket wiring inspected before it tries amateur fireworks. Keep the bay tidy, ensure heat shields are intact, and don’t idle or park over long grass straight after a hard run or DPF regen.

• Watch-fors: burning smells, smoke from underbody or wheel wells, repeatedly blown fuses, or melting plastic.
• If you suspect a fire: stop safely, switch off, keep the bonnet closed, use an extinguisher only if safe, and call 000; then arrange a dealer inspection and log everything.