Ford recalls more than 179,000 vehicles over front seat defect
Ford Motor Company is recalling over 179,000 vehicles due to a front seat issue that can increase the risk of injury in a crash, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said.
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Ford Motor Company is recalling over 179,000 vehicles due to a front seat issue that can increase the risk of injury in a crash, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said.
The recall affects F-150 vehicles quipped with a six-speed automatic transmission produced between March 12, 2014, and Aug. 18, 2017, according to NHTSA.
Federal regulators said the windshield wipers could fail, reducing the driver's visibility and increasing the risk of a crash.
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said the issue can reduce the driver's ability to detect hazards and increase the risk of a crash.
Ford is recalling roughly 119,000 vehicles because their engine block heaters have a defect that increases the risk of fire, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration says.
Regulators said the parking module in certain Ford vehicles may fail, potentially allowing cars to roll away.
The recall affects 2025-2026 Bronco and Bronco Sport vehicles.
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The truck recall is one of four issued by Ford Motor on the same day for a range of vehicles, including SUVs.
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The recall comes a year after U.S. safety regulators determined the problem to be a safety hazard.
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Broken rear axle hub can cause affected vehicles to lose power or roll away while in park, increasing risk of crash.
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As temperatures rise, the San Joaquin County Sheriff's Office is sending a clear message to stay away from illegal sideshows.
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