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Ford recalls nearly 160K cars that could lose drive power

Ford said the defects could cause engine failures or loss of drive power, and dealers have begun notifying owners of the two recalls.

  • Ford issued two distinct recalls affecting nearly 160,000 vehicles due to potential drive-power loss, covering 148,663 Mustang muscle cars from 2024–2026 and 10,001 units across 2026 Bronco, Bronco Sport, Explorer, and Ranger lineups.
  • The Mustang-only recall involves wiring harness ground eyelets that may fracture due to heat shrink adhesive bending; the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration notes this can cause total drive-power loss or failures in headlights and cooling fans.
  • A separate recall stems from potential piston failure in Ford's 2.3-liter EcoBoost engine; documents detail a manufacturing defect where a loose machining tool nut caused crater cracks where the "Nickel-resistant insert and aluminum touch."
  • Ford will replace Mustang ground eyelets with revised designs and inspect EcoBoost vehicles for piston cracks, replacing engine long blocks if necessary; owners may notice check engine lights, misfires, or unusual engine noises.
  • Dealers have already been notified, with owner notifications planned for this week; concerned owners can check the NHTSA website, though remedy notifications are not expected to be mailed until late December.
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