The Downside of Certain Cool Cars May Be Hard to Ignore There are some cars that just about everyone loves to drive, but if they become problematic you might hate to own them. Whether there is a terrifying safety issue or the vehicle is just impractical because of repeated repairs, some vehicles aren’t worth buying just because they look cool. … Read More
Ford Recalls Escapes, Mavericks and Corsair HEV, PHEV Engine Fire Risk
125K Hybrid Electric Vehicles Recalled A recall for 125,322 hybrid electric vehicles by Ford Motor Company is due to potential fire risk in the 2.5L HEV (hybrid electric vehicles) or PHEV (plug-in hybrid electric vehicles) engines. The following vehicles are subject to the Ford recall: 2020-2023 Escapes 2022-2023 Mavericks 2021-2023 Corsair The latest recall replaces and expands an earlier one … Read More
2023 Ford Bronco Recall Anti-Lock Braking System Defect
Ford Recalls 800 Broncos Ford Motor Co. has issued a recall for 801 of its 2023 Ford Broncos due to a potential leak in the valve in the anti-lock brake system. The valve leak could cause an unexpected shift in the response time for braking. Specifically, when a driver presses the brake pedal it should activate the brakes and there … Read More
Ford, Volkswagen, Daimler Trucks Issued Most Recalls in 2022
Ford, Volkswagen and Daimler Trucks issued more recalls than any other auto manufacturer in 2022 or a combined 39 percent of all recalls this past year, according to a report released by the United States Department of Transportation. Ford Motor Company issued a total of 67 recalls or 17 percent of all recalls by auto makers in the report for … Read More
Ford Recall Rearview Camera Visibility F-250, F-350, F-450 Pickup Trucks
Ford issued a recall for roughly 277,000 Ford pickup trucks, specifically the F-250, F-350 and F-450 models, due to an issue with visibility in rearview cameras. Specifically, the 360-degree rearview cameras in the model years 2017 to 2022 have lenses that tend to get cloudy. When this happens, it’s difficult for the driver to see behind them while operating these … Read More
Ford Recalls 2.9 Million Vehicles Due to Rollaway Risk: Transit Connect, Fusion, C-Max, Escape
Ford has a recall for more than 2.9 million vehicles to fix a transmission problem that may cause inadvertent rollaway crashes. Specifically, the recall affects five different models from in the years 2013 to 2021. This latest recall is similar to a problem a few years ago affecting the 2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The SUV reportedly had rollaway issues and … Read More
Ford recalls 49K Mustang Mach-E for battery safety problems
Ford is recalling some 48,000 Mustang Mach-E electric crossover vehicles due to a safety defect that could cause it to become immobile while in motion or fail to start. Also, dealerships temporarily stopped selling the vehicles. The setback comes amid Ford’s rollout of its mass-market electric vehicle that ranks second only to Tesla EV sales. The 2021 Mustang Mach E … Read More
Recall: 2021 Ford Expedition, Lincoln Navigator Due to Fire Risk
Ford Motor Co. is recalling some 2021 Ford Expedition and 2021 Lincoln Navigator SUVs due to a fire risk present in roughly 39,000 vehicles that may occur while driving, parked or even while the engine is off. Owners of these vehicles should park them outside and away from any structures or buildings, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. … Read More
Ford Escape SUV, Hybrid Recalls: Oil Leaks, Brakes, High Voltage Battery
Ford Motor Company (Ford) issued a recall March 25th for more than 345,000 vehicles including the Ford Escape SUV to fix oil leaks that could lead to an engine fire. However, the recall is not an isolated case. It’s the latest of multiple recalls for the popular Ford Escape SUVs, one of the automaker’s top-selling vehicles, according to the National … Read More
Is Your Ford EcoSport a Lemon? A Recall, Service Bulletin and Other Problems
Owners of the Ford EcoSport chose the sub-compact SUV because they thought it would be fun to drive, wouldn’t break the bank and it wasn’t a lemon. However, some owners are having buyer’s remorse as they grapple with breakdowns and other problems. Reports from consumers made to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration discuss various problems in 2019 to 2021 … Read More
Ford Recalls 185,000 Ford F-150 2021-22 pickups for Driveshaft Problem
Ford Motor Co. will recall roughly 185,000 Ford F-150 pickup trucks due to a serious driveshaft problem affecting some 10 percent of the company’s 2021-2022 models. Next month, Ford is expected to mail out recall notices to 184,698 owners of certain 2021-22 Ford F-150 pickups. The recall warns owners that the driveshaft may fracture and prevent wheels from turning properly. … Read More
2022 Ford Escape, Bronco Sport, Recall for Brake Issue
Ford Motor Co. announced a recall today for roughly 115,000 small SUVs under the Ford Escape and Ford Bronco Sport brands due to a dangerous brake issue. Ford intends to repair the defect that may eventually lead to a sudden loss of braking power. Specifically, the December recall applies to certain 2021-2022 Ford Escape and Ford Bronco Sport SUVs. However, … Read More