US: Ford remembers Explorer SUVs that can roll away while in park
DETROIT: Ford Motor Co. is recalling more than a quarter-million Explorer SUVs in the US because they can roll away suddenly while shifted into park.
The recall covers certain 2020 through 2022 Explorers with 2.3-liter engines, as well as 3-liter and 3.3-liter hybrids and the 3-liter ST. Also included are 2020 and 2021 Explorer Cops hybrids and those with 3.3-liter gas engines.
Files published Friday by United States safety regulators say that a rear axle installing bolt can fracture and trigger the drive shaft to disconnect. If that happens, the SUVs can roll away even if they are put in park equipment, without the parking brake on.
The documents say Ford has 235 guarantee claims due to the issue. The company states it knows of no crashes or injuries.
Depending upon the design, dealers will replace a bushing and the axle cover, or they will upgrade electronic parking brake software. Owners will be informed by mail beginning June 6.
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Released at Fri, 29 Apr 2022 12:47:20 +0000