"When pulling a trailer, the software issue can cause the trailer to stop communicating with the vehicle, causing the trailer's stop lamps and turn signals not to light up. In some cases, the trailer's braking function might also be lost. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said trailer lights or brakes that do not function can reduce the driver's ability to control the trailer, increasing the risk of a crash."
"Ford is issuing a recall for more than half a million vehicles in Canada and some 4.3 million in the U.S. due to a software glitch that may cause trailer brakes not to function and exterior lights to fail. The recall affects certain models of some of Ford's most popular vehicles, including some 2021-2026 F-150s, 2022-2026 Super Duty trucks, 2024-2026 Rangers, 2022-2026 Mavericks."
"The company says it will issue an over-the-air software update for the affected vehicles, though customers will also be able to use mobile service or visit a Ford dealer to get the update. The update will be available for most models starting on March 17, and will be deployed for all vehicles by May, Ford says."
Ford issued a major recall affecting more than 4.3 million vehicles in the U.S. and approximately 590,191 in Canada due to a software defect. The issue impacts popular models including 2021-2026 F-150s, 2022-2026 Super Duty trucks, 2024-2026 Rangers, and 2022-2026 Mavericks. The software glitch can cause trailer brake communication failures and exterior light malfunctions, potentially reducing driver control and increasing crash risk. Ford will deploy an over-the-air software update starting March 17, with full deployment by May. Customers can also visit Ford dealers or use mobile service for the update. A Trailer Brake Module Fault message and rapid turn signal flashing will alert drivers to the issue. Ford reports 407 related incidents but no accidents or injuries to date.
Read at www.cbc.ca
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