Ford is recalling 741,195 vehicles in the United States because of a transmission defect that could damage the park system and lead to vehicles rolling away, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reported Tuesday.
The affected vehicles include certain 2018-2021 Navigator and Expedition models, 2020-2021 Explorer models, Lincoln Aviator vehicles, and 2021 F-150 trucks.
As a remedy, dealers will update the vehicle software and inspect transmission components, replacing any damaged parts free of charge, according to NHTSA.
In a separate recall, Ford is also recalling 36,046 Bronco vehicles in the U.S. due to improperly secured fender flares that could detach from the vehicle while in motion. Such detachments could create a road hazard and increase the risk of a crash.
Fender flares are the exterior extensions fitted around wheel arches. Dealers will inspect and repair or replace the fender flares as necessary under this recall, at no cost to the owner.