Ford to recall 20,484 hybrid SUVs over battery concern

(Reuters) -The Nationwide Freeway Visitors Security Administration stated on Tuesday that Ford Motor Co (NYSE:F) would recall 20,484 hybrid crossover SUVs over battery issues.

The recall consists of sure Ford Escape and luxurious Lincoln Corsair automobiles from mannequin years 2020 to 2024.

“A producing defect in a number of of the excessive voltage battery cells might end in an inside quick circuit and battery failure,” the NHTSA stated.

Sellers will carry out a battery vitality management module software program replace and exchange the excessive voltage battery pack, as vital, at no cost, the auto security regulator stated.