Ford to recall more than 565,000 US vehicles over engine compartment fire risk

Ford will recall 565,691 vehicles in the U.S. due to a potential engine-compartment fire risk linked to the wiring harness, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said on Friday, July 24. The regulator noted the harness may become damaged and short circuit. Ford’s recall covers vehicles in the United States and is intended to address the defect before it can lead to a fire. The notice underscores ongoing safety scrutiny of under-hood electrical components that can fail under real-world conditions. The action is part of a broader pattern of recalls aimed at reducing vehicle fires and related hazards for drivers and passengers, while automakers respond to regulatory findings.