Ford Recalls 270,000 Electric, Hybrid Vehicles Over Roll-Away Risk
Ford is taking a significant step to enhance vehicle safety by recalling over 270,000 electric and hybrid vehicles in the United States. This action addresses a safety concern related to the parking mechanism, potentially allowing the vehicles to roll away inadvertently.
Details of the Recall
The recall includes specific models from the 2022 to 2026 production years:
- F-150 Lightning BEV (Battery Electric Vehicle)
- Mustang Mach-E (2024-2026)
- Maverick (2025-2026)
Issue with Parking Function
The core of the issue lies in the integrated park module. Ford has identified that this component may not properly engage the park position when the driver shifts the gear into park. This defect poses a risk as it could result in unintended vehicle movement.
Solution for Affected Owners
To resolve this problem, Ford plans to provide a software update for the park module at no cost to the vehicle owners. This update aims to ensure the proper functionality of the parking system.
Contact Information
Affected individuals are encouraged to reach out to Ford’s customer service for further details. The contact number for inquiries is 1-866-436-7332.
Ford is committed to maintaining the highest standards of safety for its customers and is proactively addressing this important issue through the recall.
