In the first half of 2024 alone, Ford has already issued more vehicle recalls than it did during the entirety of the previous year—a sign of growing concerns within the company’s manufacturing and quality control processes. This recent wave of recalls is not only frequent but also affects a vast number of vehicles and models. Most recently, Ford announced yet another major recall, this time involving approximately 850,000 vehicles across both the Ford and Lincoln brands. The root of this latest issue lies in defective low-pressure fuel pumps that may fail unexpectedly, potentially causing power loss during operation.
This particular problem affects a broad spectrum of vehicle types, including sedans, trucks, and SUVs. Specifically, the recall covers 11 models manufactured between the years 2021 and 2023. Affected vehicles include the 2021–2022 Lincoln Navigator, 2021–2023 Lincoln Aviator, 2022 Ford Expedition, 2021–2022 Mustang, 2021–2022 F-150, and 2021–2023 Bronco, Explorer, and Super Duty models. According to information published in the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s (NHTSA) recall documents, Ford will be reaching out to owners of these vehicles by mail in the near future, advising them of the potential issue and the steps being taken to address it.
Interestingly, this is not a newly discovered defect. Ford initially launched its own investigation into similar fueling problems as early as 2022, after noticing a sharp increase in related warranty claims. That internal inquiry was closed in mid-2023, but the issue persisted. A year later, in 2024, the NHTSA decided to reopen the investigation independently after receiving multiple consumer complaints, particularly from owners of 2021 model-year Broncos who experienced sudden power loss due to fuel pump malfunctions.
Further investigation by Ford revealed that a supplier had delivered fuel pumps that failed to meet essential specifications. These substandard parts were particularly susceptible to vapor lock—a condition where fuel vapor prevents proper fuel delivery, especially under hot weather conditions. This issue was more prevalent in summer months and in warmer regions of the United States. By mid-2024, Ford had received over 1,860 warranty claims linked to the faulty pumps, which eventually triggered the large-scale recall.
Although Ford has acknowledged the problem and the scale of the recall, it has yet to announce a definitive repair plan or timeline for when the fix will be available. Until then, owners of the affected vehicles are being advised to continue driving with caution. If their vehicle is operating normally even during the summer heat, they are likely safe to continue driving until the official remedy becomes available.