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business1 month ago•5 min saved

Ford Faces Recall Blitz: 616k Vehicles Hit Over Wiper, Driveshaft and Alarm Flaws

Ford is issuing recalls totaling 616,280 vehicles across three campaigns: 604,533 crossovers (2020–2022 Escape/Explorer and Lincoln Aviator/Corsair) for a windshield-wiper motor defect that can fail and reduce visibility; 11,431 2025–2026 F-250/F-350 trucks with a bad weld risking driveshaft separation; and 316 E-series vans (2026–2027) with a loose backup-alarm connector that may not sound when reversing. Ford initially dismissed the wiper issue in 2021, reopened the probe in 2025 after higher failure rates, and cites 1,374 warranty claims; parts may not be available until May, with dealers replacing affected components as needed.

via Carscoops|

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automotive2 years ago•6 min saved

The Abandoned $1 Million RV: A Tale of Failure.

A $1 million Ford F-550-based camper called the 27North Ascender 30A was found abandoned on an off-road trail with a failed rear wheel bearing that caused additional strain on the drivetrain, leading to the factory driveshaft twisting up like a pretzel. The prototype truck was being put head-to-head with a Toyota 4Runner, and the trails were more inline with the 4Runner’s capabilities. The 27North converts dual rear-wheel (dually) F-550s into single rear-wheel trucks, which could reduce the lifespan of wheel bearings. Off-roading a heavy truck puts lots of strain on components, and once stranded, getting it off the trail isn’t easy.

via The Autopian|

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