Ford recalled 175,000 vehicles because a part on their moonroofs can detach and cause a traffic hazard.
The Detroit-area automaker has gotten more than 300 warranty claims over the issue since 2021. It said it’s unaware of any related crashes but received two reports of a detached part hitting a driver.
The wind deflector on recalled vehicles’ moonroofs can fall off due to the deflectors’ clips being inadequately attached during installation, Ford said in documents filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
Telltale signs of the problem include increased wind noise or rattle noises when the moonroof is open.
The company recalled certain 2021 and 2022 Expeditions and Lincoln Navigators, 2021 to 2023 F-150s and 2022 F-250 SDs, F-350 SDs and F-450 SDs, saying it expects just 1% of the vehicle population has insufficiently attached wind deflectors.
Ford dealers will inspect recalled vehicles to determine if their wind deflectors are secure, and if not will properly seat them. The automaker is scheduled to mail recall notices to owners on Nov. 3. Vehicle identification numbers for recalled units will be searchable on NHTSA’s website starting on Oct. 30.
