Ford recalls 177,000 vehicles over faulty wiper, drivetrain and other issues
Summary
Ford is recalling over 177,000 vehicles because of three separate problems. These include issues with windshield wipers in some Mustangs, a drivetrain part in Mustang Mach E models, and a software error in Lincoln and Explorer Hybrid vehicles that affects pedestrian warning sounds.Key Facts
- Ford is issuing recalls for 67,842 Mustang and Mustang GTD vehicles (2024-26 model years) due to windshield wiper and washing system problems.
- The wipers in these Mustangs may only work at high speed, and the washer may not work in cold weather.
- 42,784 Mustang Mach E vehicles (2021-23 model years) are recalled because a pinion shaft could break, risking loss of power or causing the vehicle to roll if the parking brake is off.
- 66,383 Lincoln Nautilus Hybrid (2024-27) and Explorer Hybrid (2025-27) vehicles are recalled due to software problems that may stop pedestrian warning sounds from working.
- Repairs for all recalled vehicles will be done free of charge by Ford dealers.
- Owners of affected vehicles will receive letters informing them about the recalls.
- The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) oversees these recalls and assigns recall numbers for tracking.
- In June, Ford also recalled over 741,000 vehicles for a separate issue where cars could roll away unexpectedly.
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