Ford Motor Company has announced the recall of more than 741,000 vehicles in the United States after identifying a transmission-related defect that could affect the parking system and increase the risk of a vehicle rolling away. The recall impacts several Ford and Lincoln models manufactured between 2018 and 2021.
According to federal authorities, the defect could prevent the transmission from properly holding the vehicle in the “Park” position when the parking brake is not engaged. To fix the issue, Ford dealerships will provide a free software update and inspect or replace any damaged transmission components at no cost to owners.
What should affected owners do?
Owners of the recalled vehicles should wait for Ford’s official notification and schedule an appointment with an authorized dealership to have the inspection and any necessary repairs completed free of charge.
Ford’s Statement
Ford said it is working closely with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) to resolve the issue. The company reiterated that customer safety remains its highest priority and confirmed that all affected vehicles will receive the required software update and any necessary repairs at no cost to owners.
