Federal regulators have launched two new investigations into Ford.
Just days after Ford was hit with a $165 million civil fine—the second-largest in U.S. automotive history—federal regulators have launched two new investigations into the automaker’s recalls that may not have worked or covered enough vehicles.What Is the First Probe?
The most extensive investigation centers on approximately 457,000 vehicles, including Ford Bronco Sport SUVs (2021-2024 models) and Maverick pickups (2022-2023 models).
These vehicles were initially recalled in April due to the risk of sudden power loss, attributed to degraded 12-volt batteries.
Despite Ford’s corrective measures, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has received five complaints from owners who experienced power loss even after the repairs, according to a document the agency posted on Monday. The agency is now assessing whether the recall adequately addressed the defect.What Is the Second Probe?
A separate probe involves about 113,000 Ford Expeditions from the 2019-2020 model years.
