Indian-made Ford EcoSport recalled in Europe

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Ford EcoSport compact SUVs imported from India have been recalled in Europe for improper lower control arm welds.

According to an alert posted on the European Commission's website, the incorrect welds may cause the front wheel assembly to hit the wheel arch. This could cause the front wheel to lock up resulting in loss of steering control. Cars built between May 2, 2017 and June 10, 2017 have been affected by this recall. The alert also states the risk of injury as serious.

In the UK, the EcoSport is offered with a choice two engines - 1.0-litre, 3-cylinder turbocharged petrol and a 1.5-litre diesel. The 1.0-litre, EcoBoost engine comes in 3 states of tune - 99 BHP / 170 Nm, 123 BHP / 200 Nm and 138 BHP / 200 Nm. The 1.5-litre diesel unit is offered in two states of tune - 99 BHP / 215 Nm and 123 BHP / 300 Nm. Transmission options include a 6-speed manual and 6-speed automatic. All-wheel drive is offered with the top-spec diesel.