The batteries were made in China under the Camel Battery brand and were used between February 5, 2020, and Oct. 20, 2022.

Ford recalled hundreds of thousands of vehicles because of concerns over battery failure issues, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said.

The problem is due to a manufacturing defect in 12-volt starter batteries used in these vehicles. To fix the problem, Ford dealerships will replace them with new absorbed glass mat (AGM) batteries, free of charge. Owners who already paid for new batteries out of pocket will be eligible for reimbursement from the automaker.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration issued multiple recalls last week, including notices for over 270,000 Ford Broncos and Mavericks over a potential battery issue.

Subject vehicles were produced for the 2021 through 2023 model years for the US market, with the cut-off date being October 20, 2022

Ford is recalling more than 149,000 vehicles because of issues with the rear shock absorbers, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. For a complete list of recalled vehicles or to see if your car needs repairs, check the NHTSA website.

Ford Motor is recalling 272,817 vehicles in the United States on concerns over battery failure, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) said on Thursday. The recall affects certain 2021-2023 Bronco Sport and 2022-2023 Maverick vehicles.

Batteries could “suddenly fail” in some recalled Ford cars, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Ford Motor Company recalled some 272,817 cars including the 2021-2023 Bronco Sport and 2022-2023 Maverick.