Key facts
- Ford is recalling 148,663 vehicles in the U.S. due to potential loss of drive power and reduced visibility.
- The recall affects 2024-2026 Mustang models.
- Faulty ground connections in the engine compartment wiring harness are cited as the cause.
- The issue can lead to loss of drive power, headlights, windshield washers, and other functions.
- Dealers will replace the affected wiring harness ground terminals at no cost to owners.
Ford Motor is initiating a recall of approximately 148,663 vehicles in the United States due to a potential loss of drive power and reduced visibility caused by malfunctioning headlights or windshield washing systems. The U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) stated that the issue stems from engine compartment wiring harness ground connections. This fault could lead to a loss of drive power or disable critical functions such as headlights, the windshield washer system, air conditioning, and engine cooling fan, thereby increasing the risk of a crash. The recall specifically covers 2024-2026 Mustang vehicles. Ford dealerships will replace the engine compartment wiring harness ground terminals free of charge to address the defect. This action follows a previous recall in June, where Ford recalled 91,198 U.S. vehicles because their daytime running lamps did not dim, potentially reducing visibility for other drivers and increasing crash risk.