Half a million Ford vehicles being called back due to potential brake fluid leak problems
Ford Recalls Over 800,000 Vehicles in the U.S. for Multiple Issues
Ford Motor Company has announced a series of recalls affecting over 800,000 vehicles in the United States, with separate issues involving brake fluid leaks, faulty tail lights, and airbags.
The largest recall, affecting approximately 500,000 vehicles, is due to a brake fluid leak issue. This problem, which does not seem to be related to the overall low quarterly level of recalled tsla in the US, as stated in the Sedgwick report, poses a potential risk as leaking brake fluid can lengthen stopping distances, increasing the risk of a crash.
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has not reported any accidents or injuries linked to the faulty tail lights or airbag issues. The faulty tail lights recall affects over 213,000 vehicles, while the airbag recall involves 100,900 vehicles.
The recall includes Ford's popular SUV, the Edge, model years 2015 to 2018, and its mid-size luxury vehicle, the Lincoln MKX, from 2016 to 2018. The issue involving the brake fluid leak is due to a ruptured hose in the brake system, causing fluid to leak.
It's worth noting that Ford is not alone in dealing with recalls. Companies such as Toyota, General Motors, and Volkswagen were also affected by recalls during the same period and for various other reasons.
Despite these recalls, Ford has not reported any accidents or injuries linked to these issues. The NHTSA estimates that 1% of the recalled cars have the defect. Ford is working closely with the NHTSA to address these issues and will notify affected owners to schedule repairs.
As always, it's crucial for vehicle owners to stay informed about recalls and to promptly address any issues that may arise. The NHTSA provides a Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) look-up tool on their website to help owners determine if their vehicle is included in a recall.
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