Ford Recall

Ford Recall. 4.5 million Ford vehicles are now being recalled all because of a faulty switch that may cause the vehicles to burn when the ignition is turned off. The faulty switch manufactured by Texas Instruments could leak hydraulic fluid, overheat, smoke, then cause fire to start. So far, this is the 8th recall issued by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). 16 million Ford vehicles were already involved. If you own a Ford, read the blockquoted text below:

The safety recall is expected to begin around October 26. Owners may contact Ford at 1-800-392-3673 or NTHSA’s vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 or visit http://www.safercar.gov.

Tuesday’s recall includes the following Ford models: 1995-2003 Windstars, 2000-2003 Excursion diesels, 1993-1997 and 1999-2003 F-Super Duty diesels, 1992-2003 Econolines, 1995-2002 Explorers and Mercury Mountaineers, 1995-1997 and 2001-2003 Rangers and 1994 F35 motor homes.