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How much is the Ford engine fire recall?

How much is the Ford engine fire recall?

The recalls will hit the company’s bottom line in the first quarter of this year. Ford said in a Wednesday filing with securities regulators that the recalls will cut pretax earnings by $295-million. The engine fire recall covers over 360,000 vehicles in North America and Europe.

How many fires have been reported on Ford vehicles?

The company says it has 29 reports of fires in the U.S. and Canada, but no injuries. Owners can continue to drive the vehicles safely and park them in garages or other structures, spokeswoman Elizabeth Weigandt said.

Are there any recalls on the Ford Focus?

In Europe, the recall covers the 2010 through 2015 C-Max hybrid and Focus small car, and the 2013 through 2015 Transit Connect van. All the vehicles have 1.6-litre four-cylinder turbocharged engines. A lack of coolant circulation could cause the engine to overheat, causing a crack in the cylinder head, according to Ford.

Where was Ford Fiesta ST 1.6 litre caught on fire?

Ford said it had reworked 96% of affected cars. George Roberts, of Brandon, Suffolk, was driving his Fiesta ST 1.6-litre on a dual carriageway late at night when he realised his car was on fire. He noticed an orange glow at the side of the vehicle, pulled over to the side of the road and saw the flames.

How many miles does a 2009 Ford Focus have?

So after looking and looking, I found a 2009 1 owner focus with 46k miles. This was just 9 months ago. I’ve already drove 16k miles! This is a great car.

Is there a recall on the Ford Focus?

Just a few days ago, Ford issued a recall for 42,988 shitheap Focuses – the same ones the ACCC is suing Ford over, thanks to Ford’s alleged unconscionable and/or deceptive conduct orbiting around the epically under-engineered PowerShit transmission.

What makes the Ford Focus a good car?

However, it’s the SYNC system that really sets it apart from all of its competitors, particularly for those who use their cars as mobile offices or entertainment centers. Those seeking the versatility of a compact hatchback may be turned off by the trunk-only body style of the 2009 Focus Sedan and Coupe.

The recalls will hit the company’s bottom line in the first quarter of this year. Ford said in a Wednesday filing with securities regulators that the recalls will cut pretax earnings by $295-million. The engine fire recall covers over 360,000 vehicles in North America and Europe.

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