Ford (F.US) is recalling over 270,000 vehicles in the US due to a battery defect.

Ford Motor (F.US) is recalling 272,817 vehicles in the US due to concerns over battery failures. The recall affects 2021-2023 Bronco Sport and 2022-2023 Maverick models. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said: "In affected vehicles, the 12V battery may experience internal weld and/or casting failures, which can cause the battery to degrade suddenly while driving." Battery failures can cause electrical components, including the hazard lights, to fail or cause a loss of driving power, increasing the risk of a crash. On September 24, 2024, Ford received an informal inquiry from the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) regarding 19 owner surveys claiming power loss (LOMP) after receiving a field service action (FSA) remedy. As of October 29, 234 of the 238 LOMP claims were vehicles produced with Camel EFB batteries. Ford said it has not found any accidents, fires or injuries related to this issue as of November 20, 2024. Dealers will inspect and replace the 12-volt battery at no cost if necessary. Owner notification letters are expected to be sent on February 3, 2025.