Ford Recalls Mustangs for Power Loss Concerns

Ford Motor Company is recalling nearly 150,000 Mustangs, citing a defect that the automaker says could cause power loss. 

Ground eyelet terminals in the cars’ engine wiring harnesses are at risk of fracturing, Ford said in a recent recall notice. That can cause a variety of problems, including cutting power to the engines and disabling headlights, windshield wipers and air conditioning.

That is a serious hazard for anyone in the vehicles or sharing the road with them, as Ford told the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

“A loss of motive power while driving increases the risk of crash,” Ford said. “An inoperable headlamp may reduce the driver’s visibility and/or make the vehicle less visible to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash. An inoperable windshield washing system increases the risk of a crash.”

The recall covers 2024-2026 Mustangs built between September 2022 and June 2026. Ford learned of the defect while testing a new Mustang, according to the report. The company has identified at least eight warranty claims related to the issue, but said it is not aware of any related accidents or injuries.

Ford notified owners of recalled cars via mail by Sept. 4. The problem, however, is that the automaker says it will not have a fix ready until next year. It currently plans to alert owners to bring their vehicles in for inspection and repair in March 2027. 

In the meantime, Ford says drivers should watch for warning signs. They include a check engine light, an instrument cluster message, or an audible chime, depending on which circuit is affected.

Ford Safety Risks Pile Up

Ford has led the industry in safety recalls for several years running and shows no signs of giving up that crown.

The company recently announced that it is calling back some 87,000 Mustang Mach-E electric sport utility vehicles because window trim pieces could fly off and pose road hazards. 

Ford also recently issued two unrelated Bronco recalls. Ford recently called back about 16,000 Broncos whose hard-top roofs may crack and fall apart. Around the same time, the automaker called back about 5,000 Bronco SUVs because they could lose power and roll away.

How the California Lemon Law Works

This is where the California lemon law comes in for Ford drivers in the Golden State. You don't necessarily need to wait for the company to issue a formal recall to force it to fix your car.

The lemon law generally requires Ford and other carmakers to repair vehicles while they are under warranty. It also requires them to buy back covered vehicles they cannot or will not fix. That includes compensating the owner for the car’s purchase price, financing fees, rental car costs, and other related expenses.

There is no specific number of repair requests or attempts before the buyback or replacement requirement kicks in. An experienced California lemon law attorney can help you understand your rights and take action.

Talk with an Orange County Lemon Law Attorney

If you have been stuck with a defective or malfunctioning vehicle, an Orange County lemon law attorney at Bickel Sannipoli APC can help you fight back.  

Call us at (888) 800-1983 or contact us online to speak with an Orange County lemon law attorney.