Ford Recalls More Than 273,000 Vehicles Over Malfunctioning Brakes — How to Check If Your Car Is Affected
Ford is recalling over 273,000 vehicles due to a front brake line defect, that increases the risk of crashes
The affected models include 2022–2024 Navigators and Expeditions, which may lose front brake function due to a fluid leak
Recall notices will be mailed to those impacted by May 26 and repairs are freeFord Motor Co. is issuing a major safety recall.
On Wednesday, May 14, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) announced that the U.S. manufacturer recalled 273,789 vehicles due to a brake malfunction that may increase the likelihood of a crash.
The recall affects certain 2022 and 2024 Navigator and Expedition models produced from April 15, 2021, through November 20, 2024. In the affected models, the front brake lines may come in contact with the engine air cleaner outlet pipe, possibly resulting in a brake fluid leak and complete loss of control of the vehicle's front brakes.
According to the manufacturer, dealers are expected to replace the front-line brakes for vehicles brought in and replace the brake line or air cleaner outlet pipe, whichever is most appropriate. This will be offered free of charge to vehicle owners.
PEOPLE reached out to Ford Motor Co. for comment, but didn't receive an immediate response.
Owners of the recalled vehicles will receive notification letters in the mail regarding the recall. Notices are expected to be mailed by May 26. Owners can also contact Ford customer service, providing the manufacturing recall code for this notice — 25S47 — for further assistance.
Ford is on the only major auto company issuing a recall. Tesla recently announced a mass recall of vehicles due to consumer safety concerns.
Back in March, the electric car brand and NHTSA recalled over 46,000 Cybertrucks due to a reported risk of a trim panel detaching.
The recalled 2024 and 2025 Cybertrucks were manufactured between November 2023 and February 2025. Tesla shared on its website that the company would "replace the cantrail assembly with one that meets durability testing requirements," at no cost to the owner.
The NHTSA released the initial recall on the stainless steel panel on March 18, following concerns that were first raised in January. Tesla decided to 'voluntarily recall the affected vehicles' on March 11.
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