Ford is voluntarily recalling over 270,000 electric and hybrid vehicles in the U.S. to address a potential safety issue with the parking functionality. The recall affects popular models including the F-150 Lightning,Mustang Mach-E,and Maverick,raising further scrutiny on quality control as Ford expands its electric vehicle lineup. Owners of impacted vehicles may experience a failure of the parking module to fully engage, creating an unexpected rollaway risk. A software update, available free of charge, will resolve the problem; owners are encouraged to contact ford with any questions.
Ford is recalling over 270,000 electric and hybrid vehicles in the United States due to a parking issue that could cause unintended movement. The recall impacts several of the automaker’s key models as it continues to ramp up its EV production and navigate quality control challenges.
The Detroit-based manufacturer stated the recall includes certain F-150 Lightning BEV models from 2022-2026, Mustang Mach-E vehicles from 2024-2026, and Maverick trucks from 2025-2026.
The issue centers on the integrated parking module, which may not fully lock into the park position when shifted, potentially allowing the vehicle to roll. Ford indicated that a software update will be deployed to address the problem free of charge to owners.
Vehicle owners can contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332 for further information regarding the recall and scheduling of the software update.
