Ford Ranger Recall R/2022/196: The Vehicle Could Develop A Crack Around The Exhaust Muffler Flange, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Low
- How serious
- 22 Mar 2023
- Launched
- 20,370
- vehicles in the UK
- 22S46
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Ford recalled Ranger vehicles built between 1 December 2016 and 28 February 2019. The exhaust muffler flange weld could crack and in extreme circumstances the exhaust muffler could detach from the vehicle. The dealer will replace the exhaust muffler. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
The exhaust muffler flange weld could crack and in extreme circumstances the exhaust muffler could detach from the vehicle.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: THE VEHICLE COULD DEVELOP A CRACK AROUND THE EXHAUST MUFFLER FLANGE Defect: It is possible that the exhaust muffler flange weld could crack and in extreme circumstances the exhaust muffler could detach from the vehicle. Remedy: Replace the exhaust muffler.
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The Risk
The recall notice describes the concern as: the vehicle could develop a crack around the exhaust muffler flange.
The Fix
The dealer will replace the exhaust muffler.
Are You Affected?
Ranger built between 1 December 2016 and 28 February 2019 may be included. Ford estimates 20,370 vehicles in the UK. Enter your registration to check, then confirm by VIN with Ford, because not every car in the date range may be included.
Which Car Is It?
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What To Do Now
- Check your car by registration above, then by VIN with Ford.
- Book with any franchised Ford dealer, quoting the campaign code 22S46 or the DVSA reference R/2022/196. See how to get a Ford recall fixed.
- Follow the letter's instructions until the repair is done. See can you drive a car with a recall?.
Related Recalls
| Launched | Vehicle and fault | Severity | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| RangerEngine failure | Urgent | R/2026/289 | |
| Kuga, RangerPotential exhaust gas recirculation valve failure | Urgent | R/2026/160 | |
| RangerHigh voltage battery tray retaining bracket replacement | Urgent | R/2026/123 | |
| RangerAutomatic Transmission no reverse | Low | R/2026/174 | |
| RangerTransmission oil pump gears software update | Low | R/2026/127 |
This is one of 378 Ford recalls in DVSA’s data. The Ford recall launched before it was R/2023/034 on 15 Feb 2023, for some vehicles will intermittently show airbag light on. The one launched after it was R/2023/080 on 27 Mar 2023, for in the event of a fuel injector failing this will potentially cause a fuel leak. You can also see every Ford recall and all recalls launched in 2023.
Source: DVSA recall R/2022/196, launched 22 March 2023. Data updated 15 October 2026. How we grade urgency.
Sources
- The Code does not itself say repairs are free. GOV.UK guidance says "You will not usually have to pay for any repairs or parts under a safety recall." gov.uk Checked 15 Oct 2026.