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Ford recalls over 110,000 vehicles for wiper and driveshaft issues

Created at 7 Jul · 7:59 AM1 source↑ Market-relevant
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Ford is recalling 110,626 Mustang vehicles in the U.S. due to two separate safety defects: malfunctioning windshield wipers in cold conditions and a rear differential pinion shaft that may fracture. Dealers will repair the affected vehicles free of charge.

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Key Numbers

110,626total Ford vehicles recalled in U.S.
67,842Mustang and Mustang GTD vehicles affected by wiper issue
42,784Mustang Mach-E vehicles affected by pinion shaft issue

Who's Involved

Ford
automaker initiating recalls
U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
agency reporting on the recalls
Ford recalls over 110,000 vehicles for wiper and driveshaft issues

↳ Why This Matters

These recalls address potential safety defects that could impair driver visibility or cause unintended vehicle movement, increasing the risk of accidents.

Key facts

  • Ford is recalling 110,626 Mustang vehicles in the U.S.
  • One recall involves 67,842 Mustang and Mustang GTD vehicles with malfunctioning windshield wipers in cold temperatures.
  • A second recall affects 42,784 Mustang Mach-E vehicles due to a potential fracture in the rear differential pinion shaft.
  • Dealers will perform repairs or replacements at no cost to owners.

Ford is initiating two separate recalls in the U.S. affecting a total of 110,626 Mustang vehicles. The first recall involves 67,842 Mustang and Mustang GTD models where, under certain cold temperature conditions, the windshield wipers may only operate at their high-speed setting and the washing system might fail. The second recall covers 42,784 Mustang Mach-E vehicles, as the rear differential pinion shaft could fracture. This fracture could lead to a loss of drive power or unintended movement if the vehicle is parked without the parking brake engaged. According to NHTSA, dealers will repair or replace the affected parts free of charge.

Frequently asked questions

The recalls affect 110,626 Ford Mustang vehicles in the U.S., including Mustang, Mustang GTD, and Mustang Mach-E models.

One issue involves windshield wipers that may only function at high speed in cold conditions and a potential failure of the washing system. The other issue is a rear differential pinion shaft that may fracture.

The wiper issue can reduce visibility, increasing crash risk. The pinion shaft fracture could lead to loss of drive power or unintended vehicle movement.

No, dealers will repair or replace the damaged parts free of charge.

What Happens Next

01Dealers will inspect and repair or replace affected parts.
02Owners will be notified regarding the recall repairs.

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How It Developed

Ford is recalling 110,626 Mustang vehicles in the U.S. over two separate safety defects.
A recall of 67,842 Mustang and Mustang GTD vehicles addresses windshield wipers that may only function at high speed in cold conditions and a potential failure of the washing system.
A separate recall affects 42,784 Mustang Mach-E vehicles due to a rear differential pinion shaft that may fracture, potentially causing loss of drive power or unintended movement if parked without the
Dealers will repair or replace the damaged parts free of charge.

Sources

T1
Ford to recall over 110,000 US vehicles over wiper, pinion shaft issues, NHTSA saysReuters
T2
Ford Recalls | Ford Owner Supportford.com
T2
Ford recalls over 600,000 vehicles over wiper, driveshaft defectsnypost.com

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