Ford recalls 130,000 vehicles for increased risk of crash: Here's which models are affected

2024-12-24 21:54:39 source: category:Markets

More than 100,000 Ford vehicles have been recalled following an issue with the loss of oil pressure that could increase the risk of crash.

Ford is recalling certain 2016-2018 Ford Focus and 2018-2022 Ford EcoSport vehicles, after the oil pump drive belt or drive belt tensioner may fail, which could result in the lost of engine oil pressure.

According to the recall notice from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, a loss of oil pressure can result in an engine stall and loss of power-breaking assist, which could increase the risk of crash.

A total of 139,730 units are potentially affected by this recall. In order to remedy the issue, dealerships will replace the oil pump tensioner assembly and oil pump drive belt, free of charge.

Automotive, product recalls and more:Check out USA TODAY's recall database

How to contact Ford

Owner notification letters explaining the safety risk are expected to be mailed Feb. 13, and a second notice will be sent once remedy parts are available.

You can contact Ford's customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23S64.

You can also contact the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

More:Markets

Recommend

Blake Snell free agent rumors: Best fits for two-time Cy Young winner

Blake Snell is a free agent once again, the two-time Cy Young winner available to the highest bidder

2024 NFL schedule release winners, losers: Who got help, and who didn't?

The NFL's 2024 regular-season schedule has finally dropped – with all the pomp and circumstance only

Powerball winning numbers for May 15 drawing: Jackpot rises to $77 million

After no one claimed Wednesday's drawing, the Powerball jackpot is for the next drawing on Saturday