Proposed Class Action Lawsuit Claims Ford Recall Concealed Maverick And Bronco Sport Problem

Ford faces a proposed class-action lawsuit alleging a prior recall failed to fix the true cause of a power-loss problem in certain Bronco Sport and Maverick models. The lawsuit targets 12-volt batteries supplied by Camel Group (USA) Battery, Inc., claiming manufacturing defects can cause sudden failures and power loss. The recall addressed a potential automatic start-stop failure, with owners offered a software update intended to mitigate the issue. Plaintiffs now contend the software fix did not address the defective hardware, leaving vehicles vulnerable to future failures despite recall completion. The complaint alleges the defective weld and cast-on-strap design inside the Camel Group batteries existed despite knowledge and disclosure. The suit argues replacing software cannot remove the underlying defect or guarantee a permanent remedy. Plaintiffs also allege financial losses, including towing costs and vehicle depreciation, stemming from battery-related failures. The case is in its early stages, and these allegations have not been proven in court, adding to Ford's ongoing quality-control challenges across its lineup.