Car Recall: Why They Will and What Should You Know
Why does a car recall occur? Here’s what you need to know if your car has an open recall:
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration issued multiple recalls last week, including notifications for more than 270,000 Ford and Lincoln vehicles.
Do you want to see if a recall was issued on your car? If the car is not listed below, the owner can either check the USA Today Automotive Recall database or search the NHTSA database to search for new recalls. The NHTSA website allows you to search for recalls based on the vehicle’s identification number (VIN).
Here’s what you need to know about vehicle recalls issued by NHTSA from May 12th to May 18th:
Expedition, Navigator recalls brake line failure
Ford Motor Company recalled that certain 2022-2024 Ford Expeditions and 2022-2024 Lincoln Navigators could be leaking brake lines.
According to the NHTSA, the front brake lines of a recalled vehicle can come into contact with the engine air cleaner outlet pipe and be damaged.
In announcing the recall, Ford said it could have been bent the front brake line during the engine installation process at Ford’s final assembly plant.
The dealer inspects the front brake line and replaces the brake line or air cleaner outlet pipe for free if necessary. The owner’s notification letter will be mailed on May 26th.
Affected vehicles: 273,789
Ford recalls the loose zipper F-150
Ford reminded me of a particular 2025 F-150 vehicle as there could be loose fasteners that could result in loss of steering control.
The lower intermediate shaft fastener may be improperly attached to the steering gear, allowing the shaft to loosen or remove.
Dealers should inspect and replace the lower intermediate shaft fastener free of charge if necessary. The owner’s notification letter will be mailed on May 26th.
Affected vehicles: 9,181
The Broncos recall the child’s safety lock malfunction
Because Ford may have a child safety lock that can unintentionally open the rear door, reminiscent of a certain 2024 Bronco car.
According to the NHTSA, when the child’s safety lock is in the “upper” position, the rear door on the left side of the recalled vehicle can be opened from inside the vehicle.
The dealer should inspect your child’s safety lock and replace the rear door latch for free if necessary. The owner’s notification letter is scheduled to be mailed on May 26th.
Affected vehicles: 2,002
Contribution: Saleen Martin, USA TODAY.
