Ford calls more than 272,000 cars due to battery problems

Ford is Calling for more than 272 thousand vehicles Because the 12 -volt batteries may have internal problems, which leads to unexpectedly disrupted while driving.

According to a notice published by the National Traffic Safety Administration on Highways (NHTSA), some Ford Bronco Sport 2021-2023 and Ford Mover 2022-2023 were affected by summons.

The agency said that the car battery may have problems related to its internal connections or parts that link the battery together. The problem may cause the car to operate after stopping or automatic operation. The car can also stop when slowing down to stop, according to NHTSA.

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Drivers may also lose energy due to 12 -volt accessories such as risk lights.

As of November 20, 2024, Ford was not aware of any accidents, fires or injuries related to the battery problem. However, the agency warned that this issue could be Increased risk of accident.

The auto company was notified of the problem for the first time in September 2024 when it received an informal inquiry from the NHTSA defect in relation to 19 reports claiming energy loss. The problem was presented to the Ford’s critical fears review collection in October.

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The car manufacturer reviewed the supplier process and maintenance records in order to determine the number of affected parts. The company determined that the arrivals of the 12 -volt voltage was entered into production on February 5, 2020, and was removed from production on October 20, 2022.

NHTSA said that the owners will be notified and directed to take their car to a Ford or Lincoln agent to check their car in search of a Ford Absorted Glass Mat 12V battery. If they do not have one, it will be installed for free.

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The agency said that the owners of the vehicle who may have addressed the problem before the summons “may be eligible for compensation, according to the NHTSA summary.”