On February 26 (local time), Ford Motor Company in the United States made an announcement regarding a significant recall. This recall involves more than 4.3 million pickups and SUVs, stemming from a software malfunction that has the potential to trigger brake failures and cause external vehicle lights to malfunction. The affected models span across several model years, from 2021 to 2026.

The software glitch poses a serious safety concern. It has the capacity to render the taillights and turn signals of towed trailers inoperative. This, in turn, substantially elevates the risk of collisions on the road. In response to this issue, Ford has devised a solution. The company will rectify the problem by implementing a software update. Vehicle owners affected by this recall can simply take their vehicles to authorized dealerships, where they will receive free repairs to ensure their safety on the road.