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Ford is recalling more than 272,000 vehicles because 12 volt batteries can have internal problems that cause them to fail unexpectedly while driving.
According to a notice issued by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), some 2021-2023 Ford Bronco Sport and 2022-2023 Ford Mavericks vehicles have been affected by the recall.
The agency said the car’s battery may have problems related to its internal connections or parts that hold the battery together. The problem could cause the car to not start after a stop or auto start. The car could also stall when slowing down, according to NHTSA.
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Drivers can also lose power to 12-volt accessories such as hazard lights.
2022 Ford Maverick Hybrid XLT and Lariat 2L-EcoBoost AWD. Shown is the pre-production vehicle with optional equipment. Available fall 2021. (Ford)
As of November 20, Ford was not aware of any accidents, fires or injuries related to the battery issue. However, the agency warned that the problem could increase the risk of an accident.
The automaker was first notified of the problem in September 2024 when it received an informal inquiry from NHTSA’s Office of Defect Investigation related to 19 reports alleging a loss of power. The issue was presented to Ford’s Critical Concerns Review Group in October 2024.
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The automaker reviewed the supplier’s process and maintenance records to determine the population of affected parts. The company determined that the suspect 12-volt batteries entered production on February 5, 2020, and were removed from production on October 20, 2022.
2023 Bronco Heritage Limited Edition Yellowstone Metallic Bronco Heritage Limited Edition available winter 2023. (Ford)
NHTSA said owners will be notified by mail and instructed to take their vehicle to a Ford or Lincoln dealer to have their vehicle inspected for the presence of a Ford Absorbed Glass Mat 12V battery. If they don’t have one, it will be installed for free.
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Vehicle owners who may have addressed the problem prior to the recall “may be eligible for a refund, pursuant to the recall refund plan registered with NHTSA,” the agency said.
