In the United States, Ford is recalling over 450,000 compact SUVs and pickup trucks due to a potential battery issue that could lead to a loss of drive power. This recall affects Ford Bronco Sport SUVs made between 2021 to 2024 and Ford Maverick pickups made between 2022 to 2023, totaling 456,565 units.
Ford has taken proactive measures to address the issue, with safety being a top priority. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) issued an alert regarding the recall, which was promptly acted upon by Ford. The NHTSA explained that an undetected low battery charge could result in a loss of electrical accessories like hazard lights or drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Ford is committed to customer satisfaction and has expressed their commitment to addressing the issue effectively. Affected owners can visit a Ford dealership for a free fix by recalibrating the body control module and power train control modules. Alternatively, customers can utilize Ford’s mobile service and pick-up and delivery options for a fix.
Ford plans to mail notification letters to owners by May 13th and can be contacted at 1-866-436-7332. The recall number is 24S24.