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Ford Recalls Nearly 149,000 Mustangs Over Potential Power Loss

From CBS News · () English

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  • Ford is recalling 148,663 Mustang vehicles from model years 2024 through 2026 because an electrical wiring defect could cause power loss or disable other functions.
  • The affected systems may include windshield washing, headlights, air conditioning and the engine cooling fan, increasing crash risk.
  • Ford will replace engine-compartment wiring-harness ground terminals free of charge, with additional remedy notices expected around March 2027.

Ford is recalling 148,663 Mustang vehicles after federal safety regulators warned that an electrical wiring problem could make the cars lose drive power or disrupt key systems.

The recall covers 2024 through 2026 Mustang models produced from Sept. 7, 2022, to June 9, 2026. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration estimates that 1% of the vehicles will contain the defect.

The problem could affect the windshield washing system, headlights, air conditioning or engine cooling fan, according to the recall notice. Regulators said the loss of power or function could increase the risk of a crash.

Ford planned to send letters notifying owners between Aug. 31 and Sept. 4. Once a remedy becomes available, the company will mail additional letters, expected around March 2027. Owners can take affected vehicles to a Ford or Lincoln dealer, where technicians will replace the engine-compartment wiring-harness ground terminals at no cost.

The NHTSA recall number is 26V547. Ford’s recall number is 26C40.

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