Ford Issues Recall for Fusion Ignition
DETROIT (AP) — Ford is recalling about 65,000 Fusion midsize cars in North America because the ignition keys can be removed if the transmission is not in park.
Models and Years Affected by Recall
The recall covers certain Fusions, including gas-electric hybrids, from the 2014 and 2015 model years. Ford traced the problem to a computer program in the instrument cluster. Keys can be removed 30 minutes after the ignition switch is turned off if the cars are left in gear. That violates U.S. safety regulations and increases the risk of cars rolling away unexpectedly.
Repair Plan and Safety Information
Ford says it’s not aware of any crashes or injuries from the problem. Dealers will reprogram the instrument cluster at no cost to owners.
Geographic Distribution of Recalled Cars
The recall covers about 55,000 vehicles in the U.S., with the rest in Canada and Mexico.
