Ford is recalling 548,463 vehicles in the United States over an issue with the center console, the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said on Thursday.
The issue relates to the console’s chrome plating, which may bubble and peel over time, potentially resulting in sharp edges. Passengers who come in contact with these edges face an increased risk of injury, the regulator said.
The recall, which affects certain 2018-2024 Ford Expedition vehicles, may have been caused by the center console chrome trim that was manufactured by a supplier using parameters that did not meet Ford specifications, the NHTSA said.
As a remedy, the dealers will inspect and replace the center consoles as necessary, free of charge, per the regulator.
(Reporting by Angela Christy in Bengaluru; Editing by Sherry Jacob-Phillips)
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