2019 Ford Ranger: Recall Alert

Vehicles Affected: Approximately 72,700 model-year 2019 Ford Ranger pickup trucks manufactured at the Michigan Assembly Plant from June 4, 2018, to Aug. 16, 2019

The Problem: The inline electrical connector terminals for the taillamps may be misaligned or not properly seated, which can result in intermittent or inoperative taillamps, reducing the vehicle’s visibility and increasing the risk of a crash.

Ford noted the high-mounted center stop lamp is not affected and also said it is not aware of any reports of accidents or injuries related to the issue.

The Fix: Dealers will inspect the underbody inline connector and, if a terminal is loose, it will be re-pinned to a replacement connector for free.

What Owners Should Do: Ford did not immediately announce an owner-notification schedule. Owners can call the automaker at 800-392-3673, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s vehicle-safety hotline at 888-327-4236 or visit its website to check their vehicle identification number and learn more.

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