More Than 46,000 Vehicles Recalled by Ford, Volvo, Nissan Over Safety Risks

Ford (F, Financials) recalled 37,823 vehicles, including certain 2020 to 2022 Escape, 2021 to 2023 Bronco Sport, and 2020 to 2022 Explorer models, multiple media outlets reporrted. Some of the vehicles may have been incorrectly repaired under previous recalls.

The fuel injector may crack in the Escape and Bronco Sport models, letting fuel leak into the engine. This makes the fire risk higher. It was discovered that the Powertrain Control Module software in these cars was not up to date, which would have reduced the risk. For Explorer cars, the recall is because of a broken rear axle fixing bolt that could let go of the driveshaft. It was also found that these units did not have the required software changes.The software update for the Powertrain Control Module will be given for free by Ford stores. Notice letters to the owners should be sent by April 24.Due to a problem with the high-voltage battery, Volvo called back 7,483 plug-in hybrid cars of different types. The recall notice says that the battery could short-circuit when it is fully charged and stopped, which could start a fire. The 2020 to 2021 S90, the 2020 to 2022 S60, V60, XC60, and XC90, and the 2022 V90 are all impacted. People who own the cars are told not to charge them until the problem is fixed. The high-voltage battery part will be checked and replaced by the dealer, who will also update the software that monitors the battery. Emails will start going out on May 15.Nissan (NSANY, Financials) recalled 1,430 cars, such as the 2025 Nissan Murano, Pathfinder, and INFINITI QX60, because they thought the front brake caliper parts might not be as strong as they should be and could break. Dealers will check the brakes and repair them if needed at no cost to the owners. Letters of notification will be sent out on May 9.

This article first appeared on GuruFocus.