Ford Issues Recall for Over 110,000 Mustangs Due to Wiper and Drivetrain Faults

Ford is recalling more than 110,000 vehicles in the U.S. through two separate safety campaigns after federal regulators identified defects involving windshield wipers and a rear drivetrain component that could raise the risk of crashes.

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the automaker is recalling 110,626 vehicles in two separate actions affecting certain Mustang, Mustang GTD and Mustang Mach-E models.

The larger recall affects 67,842 Mustang and Mustang GTD vehicles. NHTSA said that under certain cold-weather conditions, the windshield wipers may operate only at the high-speed setting, while the windshield washer system may not function properly. The agency said the reduced visibility could increase the risk of a crash.

A few brand-new Ford Mach-E Mustangs for sale at a dealership in Santa Clarita, California. (Getty Images)

In a separate recall, Ford is recalling 42,784 Mustang Mach-E vehicles because the rear differential pinion shaft may fracture.

Ford Motor Co. signage is displayed outside a dealership as the General Motors Co. headquarters building stands in the distance in Detroit, Michigan. (Jeff Kowalsky/Bloomberg via Getty Images )

According to NHTSA, the defect could result in a loss of drive power or unintended vehicle movement if the SUV is parked without the parking brake applied, increasing the risk of a crash.

Dealers will repair or replace the affected components free of charge.

Ford shares were flat in early trading and are up more than 5% year to date.

FOX Business reached out to Ford for comment.

Reuters contributed to this report.

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