The 2023 Ford Mustang Mach-E is amongst three vehicles Ford is recalling for a nasty windshield wiper motor. The others are the 2023-2024 Maverick and 2023 Ford Bronco Sport. A complete of 37,371 vehicles are affected.
In accordance with the NHTSA, the front windshield wiper motor of the affected vehicles may grow to be inoperative, causing the wipers to fail. This might end in reduced visibility, increasing the danger of a crash.
The problem was dropped at Ford’s attention on April 16. Ford investigated and discovered that water intrusion on the motor as a consequence of improper application of a sealer between the gear cover and equipment housing was the cause for the failures.
The affected motors were assembled by a supplier on two dates: June 18, 2023, for the Mach-E and Maverick, and Sept. 1, 2023, for the Maverick and Bronco Sport. A complete of two,142 motors were built during this time. The affected Mach-Es were built on the Cuautitlan, Mexico, plant from July 3-17, 2023, and a complete of three,603 vehicles are affected.
The Mavericks were built on the Hermosillo, Mexico, plant June 20-Sept. 29, 2023, and the Bronco Sports were built at the identical plant Sept. 3-Oct. 6, 2023. These more popular models make up the remainder of the affected vehicles.
Ford is aware of 81 warranty reports across all three models, and says it is just not aware of any reports of accidents or injuries as a consequence of the difficulty.
The fee of repairs might be covered by Ford. Owners can bring their vehicles to dealers, which can inspect and replace the windshield wiper motor if needed.
Ford is predicted to notify owners on Aug. 26. Owners may also contact Ford customer support at 1-866-436-7332 and seek advice from recall number 24S51.
This Article First Appeared At www.greencarreports.com
