Ford recalls over 850,000 cars in the US due to potential fuel pump failure
SOUTH AFRICA, JUL 10 – The National Consumer Commission warned about recalls affecting safety features like seatbelts and brakes, impacting thousands of vehicles from major brands due to manufacturing defects.
- Ford Motor Company is initiating a recall affecting more than 850,000 cars across the United States because a defect in the low-pressure fuel pump could lead to engine stalling while the vehicle is in operation.
- The recall includes certain 2021 to 2023 model year Ford Broncos, Explorers, Lincoln Aviators, Navigators, Mustangs, F-150s, Super Duty trucks, and select 2022 Ford Expeditions.
- Ford began investigating the fuel pump issue in 2022, linking it to supplier manufacturing changes that increased fuel pump friction and risk of vapor lock.
- By June, Ford had accumulated close to 1,900 warranty claims along with more than 80 service and field reports, although no related accidents or injuries have been documented.
- Ford plans to start mailing notification letters warning owners of safety risks on July 14, while working on a remedy still under development.
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Over 850,000 Ford cars and trucks recalled nationwide—and there’s no fix available yet
Ford Motor just issued another major recall. On July 7, the brand recalled 850,318 Ford and Lincoln models over concerns about the vehicles’ low-pressure fuel pump, which could cause the engine to stall, increasing the risk of a crash. The recall includes certain 2021-2023 Bronco, Explorer, Lincoln Aviator, F-250 SD, F-350 SD, F-450 SD, F-550 SD, 2021-2022 Lincoln Navigator, Mustang, F-150, and 2022 Expedition vehicles. According to the recall …
A failure in the fuel pump forced Ford Motor Company to withdraw 850,318 vehicles manufactured between 2021 and 2023 from the market.
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