The 2023 Ford Mustang Mach-E is among three vehicles Ford is recalling for a bad windshield wiper motor. The others are the 2023-2024 Maverick and 2023 Ford Bronco Sport. A total of 37,371 vehicles are affected.
According to the NHTSA, the front windshield wiper motor of the affected vehicles may become inoperative, causing the wipers to fail. This could result in reduced visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
The issue was brought to Ford's attention on April 16. Ford investigated and discovered that water intrusion on the motor due to improper application of a sealer between the gear cover and gear housing was the cause for the failures.
The affected motors were assembled by a supplier on two dates: June 18, 2023, for the Mach-E and Maverick, and Sept. 1, 2023, for the Maverick and Bronco Sport. A total of 2,142 motors were built during this time. The affected Mach-Es were built at the Cuautitlan, Mexico, plant from July 3-17, 2023, and a total of 3,603 vehicles are affected.
The Mavericks were built at the Hermosillo, Mexico, plant June 20-Sept. 29, 2023, and the Bronco Sports were built at the same plant Sept. 3-Oct. 6, 2023. These more popular models make up the rest of the affected vehicles.
Ford is aware of 81 warranty reports across all three models, and says it is not aware of any reports of accidents or injuries due to the issue.
The cost of repairs will be covered by Ford. Owners can bring their vehicles to dealers, which will inspect and replace the windshield wiper motor if needed.
Ford is expected to notify owners on Aug. 26. Owners can also contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332 and refer to recall number 24S51.
