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Ford Motor has announced a recall affecting 35,000 Mustang Mach-E electric vehicles due to potential issues with high voltage battery main contactors, which could lead to power loss. This recall is specific to 2021 and 2022 model year Mach-E vehicles with extended range. The decision to issue this recall comes in the wake of an investigation by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in August. The NHTSA was examining whether Ford’s previous recall in June 2022, which involved 49,000 Mach-E vehicles, had adequately addressed the problem.
A follow-up recall with hardware replacement
Ford’s initial response to the issue was to provide a software update. However, in light of the NHTSA’s investigation and continued reports of problems, Ford has now initiated this new recall, limited to the extended range Mach-E vehicles. The recall includes the replacement of the high voltage battery junction box.
The NHTSA reported that, after Ford’s 2022 recall, a service bulletin was issued, advising owners to replace the high voltage battery junction box. For those who had already experienced a loss of motive power and undergone the recall fix, Ford had the relevant part replaced.
Safety concerns and Ford’s response
Ford has stated that it is aware of 107 cases where high voltage contactors overheated, leading to a loss of driving power after the 2022 recall had been carried out. However, the company has emphasized that there have been no reports of accidents or injuries related to this issue.
The automaker is taking this proactive step to ensure the safety and reliability of its Mustang Mach-E electric vehicles, underlining its commitment to addressing potential problems swiftly and effectively.
