Corporate Counsel Daily, Ford recalls nearly 9K vehicles for software error that may cause loss of drive power, (May 21, 2024)
Organizations Mentioned:Ford Motor Co.
By Deja Rothschild
A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling approximately 8,727 2022-2024 Maverick, 2020-2022 Escape, and 2021-2022 Lincoln Corsair vehicles because the Hybrid Powertrain Control Module (HPCM) software may cause the vehicle to shift into neutral unexpectedly, causing a loss of drive power (NHTSA Recall Notice, No. 24V330, Report receipt date: May 10, 2024).
Remedy. Dealers will update the HPCM software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed May 23, 2024.
Contact information. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford’s number for this recall is 24S33. Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Companies: Ford Motor Co.
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