Over 270K Fords Recalled Because Batteries Could Suddenly Die

CALIFORNIA — California drivers who own a Ford Bronco Sport or a Ford Maverick may receive a recall notice in the coming weeks after 270,000 vehicles were recalled this month due to an issue that could cause the battery to suddenly fail, according to authorities.

The recall affects 272,817 vehicles, including 2021-23 Bronco Sports and 2022-23 Mavericks, which have a 12-volt battery that may experience degradation and sudden failure, according to a letter from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

“Battery failure can result in a loss of electrical accessories, including the hazard lights, or cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash,” Recall Management Division Chief Alex Ansley said in the letter to Ford.

Dealers will inspect and replace the battery for free if necessary, according to the letter, which said affected vehicles had been previously repaired but now require a different fix.

Owner notification letters were set to be mailed on Feb. 3. For more information, owners can contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332 and reference recall 25S02.