Due to multiple factors including content scraping and copyright infringement, Radio Free Hub City must now lock some of our more in-depth reporting behind a paywall, and many other articles will now require a free account to signup. Please click here to learn more.
Ford Motor Company has issued a recall affecting 149,449 Ford Bronco vehicles produced between September 23, 2020, and July 23, 2024, due to a defect in the rear shock absorbers. This issue may cause the external reservoir of the shock absorber to detach, creating a road hazard and increasing the risk of accidents.
Continues after this brief message…
Did you know? Paid supporters get a reduced ad experience!
We know you value local news and entertainment that is free, open, and independent. Producing high-quality, paywall-free content isn't free. It takes time, effort, and resources to keep you informed and entertained. Unlike corporate media, we don’t have deep-pocketed investors or big advertisers funding our work—we rely on you, our readers and listeners, to keep Radio Free Hub City running. We're literally running on a shoe-string budget, but keep working hard to provide as much news and entertainment as we can.
If just 5% of local area residents became paid supporters at only $5 per month, we could meet our fundraising goals and continue expanding our news coverage depth while continuing to provide free access for everyone. So, if you'd like to help us in our continuing quest to improve our coverage, please consider becoming a paying supporter.
Will you be one of the 5%?
Thank you for supporting Radio Free Hub City!
The defect arises from crevice corrosion at the interface between the external reservoir and the damper body, which can lead to the separation of components. Early warning signs include a bouncy ride, noise, or fluid leaks near the rear wheels. The problem affects vehicles equipped with long flange rear shock absorbers and was identified through accelerated corrosion testing and analysis. Ford has received 551 warranty claims and three customer reports, though no accidents or injuries have been linked to the defect.
Ford began its investigation following reports from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in late 2024. Modifications to address the corrosion issue were implemented in production vehicles starting May 1, 2024, for the Badlands trim and July 23, 2024, for the Sasquatch package. However, vehicles manufactured before these dates remain at risk.
Article continues after these messages…
In a time where local news media coverage seems to be disappearing, your contribution is more important than ever. While our in-depth articles are for supporting members only, we won’t put our core news content behind a paywall, because we believe access to news should be democratized, instead of access for only those who can afford it.
But keeping the lights on and taking the fight to local accountability takes resources. Your monthly subscription directly funds our public records requests, website hosting, and time spent analyzing local government and events so you don’t have to.
We are the only newsroom in Washington County with facts-first focus, locally owned, independent, while keeping our core news content free. Will you help us keep it that way?
The company is developing a remedy and plans to notify owners by mail between February 3 and February 7, 2025. Dealers were scheduled to be informed on January 21, 2025. Owners who have already addressed the issue at their own expense may be eligible for reimbursement under Ford’s general recall reimbursement plan.
Vehicle owners are encouraged to contact Ford or their local dealer for more details about the recall and to confirm whether their vehicle is affected.
Article by multiple RFHC contributors.
Do you believe we got something wrong? Please read our publishing standards and corrections policy.
Video Spotlight
Did you know? Supporters get a reduced ad experience!
Sponsored Articles
Get daily and breaking news for Washington County, MD area from Radio Free Hub City. Sign up with your email today!
Paid supporters have a reduced ad experience!
Discover more from Radio Free Hub City
Subscribe to get the latest posts sent to your email.
