Ford is recalling more than 223,000 vehicles in the United States over a potentially serious problem involving their fuel tanks.
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, approximately 223,472 vehicles are affected by the recall.
The issue involves fuel tanks that may not be properly secured.
In affected vehicles, the fuel tank could potentially leak or become detached while the vehicle is being driven, creating a safety risk for drivers and other road users.
A fuel leak can be particularly concerning because it may increase the risk of a fire if fuel comes into contact with an ignition source.
The recall adds to a series of safety campaigns involving Ford vehicles in the United States.
Vehicle owners should check whether their specific vehicle is included in the recall rather than relying only on the model name or model year.
The easiest way to do that is by entering the vehicle identification number, or VIN, into the official National Highway Traffic Safety Administration recall database.
Recall repairs covered by a federal safety recall are performed free of charge through authorized dealerships.
Owners of potentially affected Ford vehicles should follow any instructions included in their official recall notice and contact a Ford dealer if their vehicle is included.
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