Ford F-150 and Explorer Lemon Law California: Common Defects and Your Rights
TL;DR Table of Contents Introduction Ford’s promise of “Built Ford Tough” rings hollow when your F-150 needs its fourth transmission repair or your Explorer’s trim flies off on the highway. In 2024, Ford recalled 4.8…
Ford Recalls 300,000 Trucks for Potential Fuel Pump Failures
On January 3, 2025, Ford Motor Company issued a significant recall affecting nearly 300,000 of its popular trucks due to potential high-pressure fuel pump failures. This recall raises concerns for truck owners about…
Ford Backup Camera Costs Company $165 Million
Ford Motor Company is facing one of the largest penalties in automotive history after failing to comply with federal recall requirements for faulty rearview cameras. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration…
California Court Rules Ford Can’t Force Arbitration Through Dealership Agreements
In a landmark decision, the California Court of Appeal, Second District, ruled that Ford Motor Company (FMC) could not compel arbitration in a lemon law case involving claims under the Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty…
Ford Issues Recall for Fire Risk Hybrids
Beginning in October of 2024, Ford is recalling selected 2024 Ford Explorers with 3.3L hybrid engines due to an increased risk of a short circuit from the 12 volt battery cable. This short circuit causes an increased…
Ford Recalls Half a Million Trucks for Transmission Downshifts
Ford is recalling over 550,000 F-150 pickups in the U.S. due to a transmission issue that can cause the vehicle to unexpectedly shift to first gear at any speed. This problem, affecting 2014 models with six-speed…
Ford Recalls 6500+ Lightning EVs for Faulty ESC Systems
Ford has recalled 6500 F-150 Lightning electric trucks for problems with their electronic stability control (ESC) systems. The affected vehicles have a defect in their on-board software system that may fail to activate…
Ford Escapes Under Investigation for Dangerous Door Problems
It’s easy to dismiss car doors as being inconsequential to safety. After all, they aren’t as critical as the engine or brakes, right? Unfortunately, many Ford Escape owners have learned that functioning doors are just…
About 14,500 Ford Fusion Energi Hybrids Recalled for Fires
Electric vehicles and hybrids may be better for the environment, but some flaws still need to be addressed. For example, Ford has recently recalled about 14,500 Fusion Energi hybrid vehicles for potential battery…
2023 Ford Trucks and SUVs Could Lose 4-Wheel Drive During Operation
Recalls for the 2023 year model vehicles have already begun. Ford has identified a serious powertrain defect in certain 2023 F-150, Expedition, and Lincoln Navigator vehicles that could lead to major accidents. The…
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