Ford recalls over 422,000 vehicles over windshield wiper issue
Ford is recalling more than 422,000 vehicles in the U.S., including Lincoln Navigators, Ford Expeditions, and Ford Super Duty trucks from model years 2021-2023, due to a windshield wiper failure issue. The defect, affecting an estimated 3% of recalled vehicles, can cause wiper arms to operate erratically or break, impairing driver vision. Ford is unaware of any accidents or injuries related to the issue, and owners will be notified for inspection and potential replacement of wiper arms.
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Ford faces fresh recall of 422,613 vehicles amid ongoing safety concerns
Ford Motor Company has issued a new recall for 422,613 vehicles in the U.S. due to a windshield wiper failure, following a similar recall of 600,000 vehicles earlier this year. This latest action adds to a heavy wave of recalls in 2026 and 2025, impacting millions of vehicles for various issues including software flaws in trailer control modules and failures in rearview cameras and advanced driver assistance systems. The ongoing recalls highlight challenges in quality assurance and software integration as vehicles become more complex, affecting Ford's financial performance and necessitating a focus on consumer trust and safety standards.
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422,000-Plus Ford, Lincoln Vehicles Recalled for Faulty Windshield Wipers
Ford is recalling over 422,600 Ford and Lincoln vehicles due to a potential issue with faulty windshield wipers that could break and reduce driver visibility. The recall targets model-year 2021-23 Expedition and Navigator SUVs, and model-year 2022-23 Super Duty trucks (F-250 to F-600). Dealers will replace the wiper arms for free, with owner notifications starting April 13.
Ford Recalls 422,000 2022-2023 HD Trucks and Full-Size SUVs for Defective Windshield Wiper Arms
Ford Motor Company is recalling 422,613 units of its 2022-2023 Expedition SUVs, Super Duty trucks (F-250 through F-600), and Lincoln Navigator SUVs due to defective windshield wiper arm assemblies. The issue, stemming from incorrectly assembled latch retention plates, can cause wipers to malfunction, detach, or operate erratically, creating a safety hazard. While a permanent fix is still under development, Ford is instructing dealers to inspect and replace defective wiper arms, with owners expected to receive interim notices between April 13-17, 2026.
Ford recalls over 420,000 vehicles over windshield wiper failure
Ford Motor Co. is recalling 422,613 vehicles in the U.S. due to a windshield wiper failure issue where wiper arms may break. This recall includes models such as the Lincoln Navigator, Ford Expedition SUVs, and some F-series trucks. Dealers will inspect and replace the faulty wiper arms to address the problem.
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Ford recalls more than 400,000 vehicles due to windshield wiper defect
Ford Motor Company has issued a recall for over 400,000 vehicles, including Navigator SUVs, Expedition models, and Super Duty pickups from 2021-2023, due to a windshield wiper defect where the wiper arms can break. This issue can cause the wipers to fail, posing a safety risk. Ford will notify affected customers starting April 13, and dealers will replace the wiper arms free of charge.
Ford recalls over 400,000 vehicles due to windshield wiper defect
Ford Motor Company has issued a recall for over 400,000 vehicles due to a defect causing windshield wiper arms to break and fail. The recall affects specific 2021-2023 Navigator and Expedition models, and Super Duty pickups produced within certain dates. Ford will notify owners starting April 13th, and dealers will replace wiper arms free of charge.
Ford recalls more than 420,000 vehicles. See the affected models.
Ford Motor Company is recalling over 420,000 vehicles, including certain Ford Expedition, F-Series Super Duty, and Lincoln Navigator models, due to a windshield wiper malfunction that could reduce visibility and increase crash risk. Owners are expected to receive notification letters on April 13, and dealers will replace affected wiper arms free of charge.
Ford recalls more than 400,000 trucks and SUVs because windshield wipers can fail
Ford is recalling over 400,000 trucks and SUVs due to a potential issue where windshield wipers may fail. This recall impacts several different models, posing a safety risk during adverse weather conditions. Vehicle owners are advised to contact their nearest Ford dealership for inspection and repair.
Ford recalls more than 400K trucks and SUVs because windshield wipers can fail
Ford Motor Co. is recalling over 400,000 vehicles, including 2021-23 Ford Expeditions and Lincoln Navigators, and 2022-2023 F-series Super Duty trucks due to windshield wiper arms that can break, increasing the risk of a crash. Owners will be notified starting April 13, and dealers will inspect and replace wiper arms free of charge. This recall, number 26S12, impacts a significant number of vehicles, and affected VINs can be checked on NHTSA.gov.
Ford recalls more than 400,000 trucks and SUVs because windshield wipers can fail
Ford Motor Co. is recalling over 400,000 trucks and SUVs due to a defect where windshield wiper arms can break, leading to reduced visibility and an increased crash risk. The recall affects 2021-23 Ford Expeditions, Lincoln Navigators, and various 2022-23 F-series Super Duty trucks. Owners will be notified, and dealerships will replace the faulty wiper arms free of charge once a remedy is determined.
Ford Recalls More Than 400,000 Trucks and SUVs Because Windshield Wipers Can Fail
Ford is recalling over 400,000 trucks and SUVs due to a defect where windshield wiper arms can fail, leading to reduced visibility and an increased risk of crashes. The recall affects 2021-2023 Ford Expeditions, Lincoln Navigators, and certain 2022-2023 F-Series Super Duty trucks. Owners will be notified, and dealerships will inspect and replace the wiper arms free of charge.
Ford recalls more than 400,000 trucks and SUVs because windshield wipers can fail
Ford Motor Co. is recalling over 400,000 trucks and SUVs due to a defect where windshield wiper arms can fail, leading to reduced visibility and increased crash risk. The recall affects 2021-2023 Ford Expeditions, Lincoln Navigators, and various 2022-2023 F-Series Super Duty trucks. Owners will be notified, and dealerships will inspect and replace the wiper arms free of charge.
Ford recalls more than 400,000 trucks and SUVs because windshield wipers can fail
Ford Motor Co. is recalling over 400,000 vehicles, including certain 2021-23 Expeditions, Lincoln Navigators, and 2022-2023 F-Series Super Duty trucks, due to windshield wiper arms that can break, causing reduced visibility. Dealers will inspect and replace the wiper arms free of charge, and owners will be notified starting April 13.
Ford recalls more than 422,000 vehicles over windshield wiper issue
Ford is recalling 422,613 vehicles due to a windshield wiper malfunction that could reduce driver visibility and increase crash risk. The recall impacts various 2021-2023 Lincoln Navigator and Expedition models, along with several 2022-2023 F-Series trucks. Owners will be notified by April 13, 2026, and can have the wipers replaced free of charge at a dealership.
Ford recalls more than 400,000 trucks and SUVs because windshield wipers can fail
Ford Motor Co. is recalling over 400,000 trucks and SUVs due to a defect that can cause windshield wiper arms to break, leading to reduced visibility and an increased risk of crashes. The recall affects 2021-2023 Ford Expeditions and Lincoln Navigators, as well as several 2022-2023 F-Series Super Duty trucks. Owners will be notified, and dealerships will inspect and replace the wiper arms free of charge once a remedy is determined.
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Three Nissan models take home awards in Cars.com 2026 Best Value New Cars Awards
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Ford recalls more than 400,000 trucks and SUVs because windshield wipers can fail
Ford Motor Co. is recalling over 400,000 vehicles due to a risk of windshield wiper arm failure. This defect can lead to reduced visibility and an increased crash risk. The recall affects 2021-23 Ford Expeditions, Lincoln Navigators, and 2022-2023 F-series Super Duty trucks.
Is It Time To Reconsider Ford (F) After Its Recent Share Price Pullback?
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2026 Ford Bronco Gets Sudden Mid-Year Update, Wildtrak Makes a Comeback - Though With a Catch
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Ford recalls over 420,000 vehicles in US over windshield wiper failure
Ford Motor Company is recalling 422,613 vehicles in the U.S. due to a windshield wiper failure issue where wiper arms may break. The recall affects Lincoln Navigator and Ford Expedition SUVs, as well as some F-series trucks. Dealers will inspect and replace the faulty wiper arms.
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Can Verizon's Strong Automotive Connectivity Solutions Drive Growth?
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