Check out the list of models recalled this year

Several recalls have been issued in 2024 for Ford Motor Company vehicles.

Recall report data runs from January 1, 2024 to December 27, 2024. The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) compiles data from National Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recalls conducted by automobile manufacturers.

USA TODAY has reached out to Ford for comment.

“We are constantly working to improve vehicle quality and provide the best experience for our customers. Voluntary recalls are a way to protect customers from known safety issues,” said Maria Buczkowski, a Ford spokesperson, in a press release. “We still have work to do, but compared to 2023, approximately 22% fewer recall notifications were sent to Ford customers compared to 2024, and that number is down 45% from 2022.”

USA TODAY’s auto recall database tracks car recalls by the manufacturer. The recalls posted on the webpage come from the NHTSA database. Additionally, the NHTSA website allows you to find car recalls by a vehicle’s VIN or VIN.

Here is a list of notable Ford vehicle recalls by month in 2024.

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Ford recalls from 2024

January 19: Recall of exterior A-pillar trim

Ford recalled certain 2011-2019 Explorer vehicles because the A-pillar trim retainer clips may not engage properly, causing the trim to detach, according to the NHTSA report. The report states that a loose trim can fall from the vehicle and become a road hazard. This increases the risk of an accident.

Potential number of units affected: 1,889,110

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February 23: recall for dashboard problem

Ford recalled 2022-2023 Maverick Hybrid pickup trucks because the dashboard instrument cluster may not properly illuminate warning lights or gauges. A dashboard that does not illuminate critical safety information, such as the speedometer or warning lights, can increase the risk of a crash, the NHTSA report says.

Potential number of units affected: 62,813

March 8: Recall for child safety malfunction

Ford has recalled 2023-2024 Bronco 4-door vehicles. The automaker said the left rear door can be opened from inside the vehicle when the child lock has been activated, according to an NHTSA report. This malfunction may allow the affected rear door to open without warning. This can lead to an increased risk of injury, the report said.

Potential number of units affected: 9,847

April 12: Recall regarding loss of drive power due to low battery

Ford has recalled certain 2021-2024 Bronco Sport and 2022-2023 Maverick vehicles. In the NHTSA report, the company said the body and powertrain control modules might not detect a change in the 12-volt battery. When a vehicle has an undetected low battery charge, it can result in loss of hazard lights or loss of driving power, the report states. As a result, this will increase the risk of an accident.

Potential number of units affected: 456 565

May 24: Recall for distorted rear view camera image

Ford has recalled certain 2020-2024 Lincoln Aviator vehicles. In the NHTSA report, the Accessory Protocol Picture Module (APIM) may be affected by electromagnetic interference with a cell phone in the vehicle. As a result, this may cause flickering or distortion of the rear view camera image, the report said. If a driver has a flickering or distorted backup camera image, it can reduce the driver’s rear visibility and increase the risk of an accident.

Potential number of units affected: 109,283

June 3: recall for poorly secured clutch pressure line

Ford has recalled certain 2024 Mustang vehicles. In the NHTSA report, the automaker said the clutch pressure line may not be properly secured and could come into contact with hot exhaust components. This can cause the clutch pressure line to melt, which can lead to a brake fluid leak, the report states. A melted clutch pressure line can increase the risk of an accident and result in loss of drive power.

Potential number of units affected: 8,161

July 19: Recall for loss of power steering assist

Ford has recalled certain 2023-2024 Transit vehicles equipped with a Transit Trail package. The automaker said in the NHTSA report that the electronic power steering (EPAS) floor eye joint could experience corrosion. This defect can result in loss of power steering, the report said.

Potential number of units affected: 1,902

August 23: Recall for engine intake valves

Ford recalled certain 2021-2022 Bronco, F-150, Edge, Explorer, Lincoln Nautilus and Lincoln Aviator vehicles equipped with a 2.7L or 3.0L engine. In the NHTSA report, the automaker said the engine’s intake valves could break while driving. This can cause engine failure and loss of motive power, the report states.

Potential number of units affected: 90,736

September 13: Recall for freezing of the reversing camera

Ford has recalled certain 2022-2024 Ford Maverick vehicles equipped with a connected touchscreen radio, the NHTSA report states. The automaker said the rearview camera image may freeze when the vehicle is in reverse. When a backup camera doesn’t work properly, it can reduce the driver’s visibility and increase the risk of a crash, the report says.

Potential number of units affected: 273,701

November 8: Recall for missing airbag warning label

Ford recalled certain 2020-2025 Explorer trucks, 2020-2024 Lincoln Aviator, 2020-2024 Escape, Lincoln Corsair, 2018-2024 F-150, Expedition and Lincoln Navigator trucks. The airbag warning label may be missing from the dashboard, the company said in the NHTSA report.

Potential number of units affected: 27,678

December 19: Ford recall for loss of steering

Ford has recalled certain 2023-2024 F-150 Lightning BEV vehicles. The automaker said in the NHTSA recall report that the front upper control arm ball joint nut may not be tightened properly. A detached control arm can cause loss of steering and vehicle control, the report states. This problem can lead to an increased risk of an accident.

Potential number of units affected: 11,922

Contributor: Mike Snider, USA TODAY.

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