Ford investigates battery failures in Mavericks, Broncos
The government wants to know if 456,000 Ford Bronco Sports and Mavericks need new 12V batteries. November 18, 2024 — Ford battery issues have sparked an investigation into battery failures and loss of charge in 2021-2024 Ford Bronco Sport and 2022-2023 Ford Maverick vehicles. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said the investigation includes more than 456,500 Ford vehicles. In January, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) launched an investigation after 2021 Ford Bronco Sport owners complained that their vehicles were losing power while driving. The Ford Mustang Sport loses all power and electrical systems while driving, but most drivers report no warning lights or messages indicating the problem. These owners also stated that the problem was resolved by replacing the 12-volt battery. In April this year, Ford announced a recall of more than 456,000 2021-2024 Ford Bronco Sport and 2022-2023 Ford Maverick vehicles due to 12V battery failure. Ford dealers have been told to update software in the…
Ford’s SEMA lineup includes 700-hp F-150, Broncos Galore
Ford to offer new kit to transform F-150 into high-performance street truck Ford unveiled its lineup of trucks and SUVs at the SEMA show, including several Broncos and F-150s. The F-150 FP700S previews an upcoming performance package that will give the pickup 700 horsepower. Mustang fans can look forward to two pricey packages that include increased lift, extended fenders and new wheels. Ford showed off a range of vehicles at the SEMA show, including the Bronco, Bronco Sport and modified versions of the F-150. The company will also display a customized 1969 F-100 along with new personalization kits. Starting with the fun stuff, the F-150 FP700S is a high-performance street truck that largely flies under the radar because it's based on the low-slung XL regular cab. Don't let looks fool you, though, as this rear-wheel-drive pickup is powered by a 5.0-liter V8 engine paired with a Whipple supercharger. Thanks to this upgrade, the model has 700 hp (522 kW /…
Ford Broncos and Rangers recalled for loose and missing nuts
Michigan assembly plant workers went a little crazy and didn't secure the upper control arm properly October 22, 2024 17:31 Ford is recalling more than 2,400 Broncos and Rangers because nuts may be missing or not tightened properly. This problem can cause the upper control arm to separate and result in loss of steering. Four crashes have been reported, but the automaker does not yet know if there were any injuries or accidents. Ford is recalling 2,416 Broncos and Rangers because the nut on the ball joint that secures the front upper control arm to the steering knuckle assembly may be missing or improperly torqued. This is a major oversight as it can cause the upper control arms to separate and result in loss of steering. Ford first became aware of the issue in August when they received a warranty report showing that the left front upper control arm ball joint separated from the steering knuckle in a 2024 Ranger…
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