The Bergen Record

Ford, General Motors among 221K cars recalled

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administra­tion issued multiple recalls last week, Aug. 11 to Aug. 17, including notices for more than 85,000 Ford Explorers for an engine failure issue.

If a car isn’t listed below, owners can check USA TODAY’s automotive recall database or search NHTSA’s database for new recalls. The NHTSA website allows you to search for recalls based on your vehicle identifica­tion number.

Ford recalls

For windows that may pinch

Ford is recalling 70,483 of its 2024 Ranger and 2024 Lincoln Nautilus vehicles. In the NHTSA report, the automobile manufactur­er said, “when closing the windows with the global closing feature, the windows may not automatica­lly reverse after detecting an object.” A closing window may use excessive force by pinching a driver or passenger before retracting.

To fix the issue, dealers will update the driver door module and the passenger door module software at no charge. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford’s number for this recall is 24C24.

For an engine failure issue

Ford is recalling 85,238 of its 20202022 Explorer vehicles equipped with the police intercepto­r utility package. The automobile manufactur­er said that “in the event of an engine failure, engine oil and fuel vapor may be released into the engine compartmen­t and accumulate near ignition sources such as hot engine or exhaust components.” This may cause an engine compartmen­t fire, the NHTSA report said.

Ford dealers will update the powertrain control module software. In addition, dealers will inspect for connecting rod bearing failure and, if necessary, replace the engine long block. All inspection­s and repairs will be free. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford’s number for this recall is 24S52.

For incorrect bolt in steering column

Ford is recalling 1,902 of its 20232024 Transit vehicles. In the NHTSA report, the automobile manufactur­er said, “the steering column intermedia­te shaft may have been secured to the steering gear pinion shaft with an incorrect bolt.” The report details that this defect can cause the steering components to separate and lead to a loss of steering control.

For free, dealers will replace the steering column intermedia­te shaft bolt. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford’s number for this recall is 24S48.

For suspension knuckles failure Ford is recalling 4,595 of its 2024 Mustang vehicles. The automobile manufactur­er said, “the rear suspension knuckles may have a casting defect that causes them to fail.” This can cause a loss of vehicle handling and steering control, which can increase the risk of a crash, the report said.

To resolve the issue, dealers will inspect and replace the rear suspension knuckle as necessary for free. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford’s number for this recall is 24S49.

For windshield motor failure

Ford is recalling 37,371 of its vehicles. In the NHTSA report, the automobile manufactur­er said, “the front windshield wiper motor may become inoperativ­e which can cause the wipers to fail.”

As a resolution, dealers will inspect and replace the windshield wiper motor as necessary for free. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866436-7332. Ford’s number for this recall is 24S51.

Recalled Ford vehicles:

● 2023-2024 Maverick

● 2023 Ford Bronco Sport

● 2023 Mustang Mach-E

General Motors recalls

For loss of brakes

General Motors is recalling 21,469 of its 2023-2024 Cadillac LYRIQ allwheel-drive vehicles. The automotive manufactur­er said, “the anti-lock brake system may activate unexpected­ly and release brake pressure in the vehicle’s service brake system.” A release of brake pressure can cause a loss of braking ability, which can increase the risk of a crash, the NHTSA report said.

To fix the issue, the electronic brake control module software will be updated through an over-the-air update or by a dealer for free. Owners may contact Cadillac’s customer service at 1-800458-8006 or EV Concierge at 1-844-EVCADILLAC (1-844-382-2345). GM’s number for this recall is N242453471.