https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/nearly-150-000-ford-vehicles-recalled-after-defect-raises-risk-of-sudden-power-loss-while-drivingContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/nearly-150-000-ford-vehicles-recalled-after-defect-raises-risk-of-sudden-power-loss-while-drivinghttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/nearly-150-000-ford-vehicles-recalled-after-defect-raises-risk-of-sudden-power-loss-while-driving#u57851Sat, 05 Sep 2026 06:50:12 +0000Ford Motor Company is recalling 10,001 vehicles from its 2026 model-year lineup because of improperly manufactured engine pistons. The recall affects models equipped with 1.5L and 2.3L engines, including the Mustang and Explorer. This action follows 38 engine failures detected during end-of-line testing at Ford manufacturing plants. These vehicles risk sudden power loss, adding to a broader series of recalls involving timing belt failures in other Ford models like the Fiesta, Focus, and EcoSport.Why it mattersEngine failures during operation create immediate safety hazards for drivers. This la https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/nearly-150-000-ford-vehicles-recalled-after-defect-raises-risk-of-sudden-power-loss-while-drivinghttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/nearly-150-000-ford-vehicles-recalled-after-defect-raises-risk-of-sudden-power-loss-while-driving#u55126Thu, 03 Sep 2026 04:16:24 +0000Ford is recalling approximately 149,000 vehicles in the US due to risks of sudden loss of drive power. While several reports specifically identify the Mustang as the affected model, other regulators have warned of "unreasonable" safety risks in 135,551 Ford Fiesta, Focus, and EcoSport vehicles. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration upgraded its probe into the latter group following 355 reports of timing belt failures. Total recall figures across multiple new filings reach 159,000 vehicles, with some units cited for piston failures.Why it mattersSudden power loss while dr