Ford Motor Company recently issued multiple recalls, affecting over 42,000 vehicles, for issues that can potentially increase the risk of fires and crashes, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).
The NHTSA lists the recalls, which the Dearborn, Michigan-headquartered automaker reported to the federal government agency on May 27.
Affected vehicles include various SUV models, such as some Broncos, F-150s and Escapes.
Here are the reasons behind the recalls, the affected models and the provided remedies from Ford.
Ford recalled 30,679 2024 Nautilus vehicles, the NHTSA said on May 27.
According to the federal agency, the multimedia module software on the affected cars may cause the panoramic and center displays to reboot, resulting in a blank screen and a subsequent loss of view of the speedometer and warning lights, thus increasing the risk of a crash, NHTSA reported. A missing rearview camera can reduce visibility of what is behind a vehicle, which also increases the risk of a crash.
The software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air update, which will be free of charge.
Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed on June 16.
The recall number is 25C21.
Ford recalled 192 2022 F-150 Lightning BEV vehicles equipped with 20-inch or 22-inch all-season tires that were repaired incorrectly under recall 22V-453.
The tire pressure monitoring system light may not illuminate, failing to warn the driver of low tire pressure, which increases the risk of a crash.
Dealers will update the vehicle's software and fix the issue free of charge, the NHTSA said.
Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed on June 23.
Ford's number for this recall is 25C20.
Ford recalled 6,781 vehicles due to the possibility that their engines may overheat and catch fire when the cars are parked with their block heater plugged in, NHTSA reported.
Vehicles affected in this recall are:
Dealers will replace the engine block heater element and inspect the electrical cord free of charge, or replace it if necessary.
Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed on June 6.
Ford's number for this recall is 25S52.
Ford recalled 154 Transit, F-150 and Explorer vehicles due to a damaged engine that could result in engine failure and a crash. The three affected models are 2025.
"The connecting rod and rod bearing components may have manufacturing defects that can lead to engine damage and engine failure," the NTHSB said.
The remedy is under development, according to the NTHSB.
Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed on June 9.
Ford's number for this recall is 25S55.
Ford recalled 1,797 of its SUV models due to possible engine failure, which may increase the risk of fire and injury.
In the event of an engine failure, engine oil and fuel vapor can be released into the engine and accumulate near ignition sources, including a hot engine or exhaust components, according to the NHTSB.
Vehicles affected in this recall are:
The vehicles are equipped with 2.5L HEV or PHEV engines repaired incorrectly under recall 23V380.
Owners are advised to park and shut off the engine as quickly as possible if they hear unexpected engine noises, notice a reduction in vehicle power, or see smoke.
Dealers will update the powertrain control module software free of charge, NHTSB said.
Ford's number for this recall is 25S54.
Anyone with additional questions about the recalls can call Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.
Natalie Neysa Alund is a senior reporter for USA TODAY. Reach her at nalund@usatoday.com and follow her on X @nataliealund.
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