Deadly malfunction in 2006 Ford Ranger

If you happen to own a 2006 Ford Ranger, the auto-giant is suggesting you leave it in park.

The manufacturer is issuing a recall for the pick-up due to a deadly malfunction with the vehicles Takata air bag inflator.

Ford says it was notified of a fatal accident in December, and has since confirmed the cause and is now issuing an urgent recall across Canada and the U-S.