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Ford Recalls Over Seat Belt Issue, Issues Do-Not-Drive Warning For Maverick And Bronco Sport

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Ford is recalling almost 420,000 vehicles in the U.S. over a seat belt defect that could increase crash risk. The company also issued a separate warning advising owners not to drive certain Maverick pickup trucks and Bronco Sport SUVs, indicating a potentially broader safety issue. The news is negative for Ford due to recall costs, reputational damage, and possible regulatory scrutiny.

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Ford is recalling almost 420,000 vehicles in the U.S. over a seat belt defect that could increase crash risk. The company also issued a separate warning advising owners not to drive certain Maverick pickup trucks and Bronco Sport SUVs, indicating a potentially broader safety issue. The news is negative for Ford due to recall costs, reputational damage, and possible regulatory scrutiny.

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