BREAKING NEWS America's biggest carmaker recalls 274,000 SUVs due to faulty brakes
America's largest car manufacturer has recalled 273,789 SUVs due to an issue that may cause a loss of brake function while driving, increasing crash risks.
Ford issued the alert for 223,315 Expeditions and 50,474 Navigators between model years 2022 and 2024.
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