The latest recall by Ford and Stellantis follows several recalls announced in South Africa this year.
More than 700 Ford and Jeep vehicles have been recalled in South Africa after defects were identified that could increase the risk of crashes.
The National Consumer Commission said Ford Motor Company of Southern Africa is recalling 633 Ford Transit and Ford Tourneo Custom vehicles manufactured between 2025 and 2026, while Stellantis South Africa is recalling 82 Jeep Grand Cherokee SUVs built between 2021 and 2023.
The latest action follows several recalls announced in South Africa this year. In March, Ford recalled 582 Transit and Tourneo Custom vehicles over a battery defect that could expose occupants to hydrogen sulphide gas.
In April, the company recalled more than 400 vehicles, including Ford Transit and Toyota Hino models, over separate safety concerns. Stellantis, meanwhile, recalled about 700 hybrid vehicles in April and more than 400 Jeep Grand Cherokee SUVs in May over unrelated defects.
