Latest / Mesa News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Ford Timing Belt Crisis Hits 135K Vehicles | Mesa News
NHTSA is investigating a serious safety risk in over 135,000 older Ford models — Fiesta, Focus, and EcoSport from 2014–2021 — due to a failing timing belt that can clog the oil pump, cause sudden power loss, or even engine seizure. Drivers report catastrophic failures around 70,000 miles, often before replacement was due, with some paying thousands in repairs. Ford’s customer satisfaction program offers reimbursements, but coverage details are unclear. This case underscores the need for proactive automaker action and vigilant regulatory oversight — even for discontinued vehicles. Listen in…
The skinny
The skinny isn't ready yet — notes appear once the transcript is processed.