Ford Motor Company is recalling nearly a quarter-million F-150 pickup trucks due to a defect that is causing the fuel tank to come loose and fall off, according to federal regulators.
\n\nThe New York Post reported Tuesday that 223,472 trucks from model years 2023 through 2027 were shipped from the factory with fuel tank straps that were improperly attached to the frame rail.
\n\n“Ford will begin mailing notification letters to owners between Sept. 21 and Sept. 28. Affected VINs became searchable on Sept. 14. Dealerships will inspect and replace the fuel tank straps free of charge,” according to the report.
\n\nIn July, the company reported second-quarter revenue of $48.3 billion, down $1.9 billion year-over-year; a net loss of $1.3 billion.
\n\n“Our team is improving the way we operate — sharpening our industrial system, fundamentally reducing costs, and partnering in global markets for speed and efficiency,” CFO Sherry House said at the time.
\n\nFord has been leading the automotive industry in recalls for the past five years. In April, Ford recalled over 1 million F-150 pickup trucks due to crash risks linked to a gearshift defect, which caused at least two injuries and an accident.
\n\nA detached or loose fuel tank…
Original source: https://www.breitbart.com/economy/
