Ford recalls more than 110,000 Mustangs over crash risks
Ford has announced two new recalls affecting more than 110,000 vehicles in the U.S., and while the problems are completely different, both could increase the risk of a crash.
The larger of the two recalls covers 67,842 vehicles, including certain 2024-2026 Ford Mustang and 2025-2026 Ford Mustang GTD models. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the problem shows up in cold weather. Under certain conditions, the windshield wipers may work only on the high-speed setting, while the windshield washer system may fail to operate correctly.
Reduced visibility during rain, snow, or slushy conditions can make driving significantly more dangerous. However, Ford is on top of the situation, as owners will reportedly begin receiving notification letters about the issue, with a follow-up notice arriving once a repair is ready.
The second recall affects 42,784 examples of the 2021-2023 Ford Mustang Mach-E. A bit more mechanical, NHTSA says the SUV's rear differential pinion shaft could fracture. If that happens, drivers could experience a loss of drive power. In some cases, the vehicle could even move unexpectedly while parked if the parking brake was not applied. Needless to say, that is not something anyone wants to discover in their driveway.
For this recall, Ford says dealerships will repair or replace the affected rear differential assembly free of charge once parts become available.
What should owners do?
If you drive one of the affected Mustangs or Mustang Mach-Es, there is no need to panic. But you should look up your vehicle using its VIN, license plate information, or year and model on the NHTSA recall website to see if it's included in the recall.
You can also contact Ford’s customer service line with questions about either recall.
Sources: Fox Business, USA Today
