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Falling Car Parts Spark Major Recall In Ford's Latest Safety Issue Falling Car Parts Spark Major Recall In Ford's Latest Safety Issue
Falling Car Parts Spark Major Recall In Ford's Latest Safety Issue More than 100,000 Ford cars are being recalled because a piece of door trim can fall off while driving, in the latest safety issue for the US automaker. Ford issued the recall for 101,944 Ford Taurus vehicles, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. The issue affects Tauruses from the model years 2016 through 2019. The problem involves a black plastic piece between the front and rear doors called the B-pillar trim applique. "A B-pillar trim applique that detaches while driving can create a road hazard for other road users, increasing the risk of…

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by Chris Spiker
Sports
‘FML’: NJ Native Frankie Muniz’s Ladder Fall Sidelines Him From NASCAR Truck Series ‘FML’: NJ Native Frankie Muniz’s Ladder Fall Sidelines Him From NASCAR Truck Series
‘FML’: NJ Native Frankie Muniz’s Ladder Fall Sidelines Him From NASCAR Truck Series "FML" is taking on a new meaning for New Jersey native Frankie Muniz after a freak accident. The Bergen County child star turned NASCAR truck driver made light of the news he will be away from the tracks for a few weeks after falling from a ladder and fracturing his wrist.  "The phrase "FML" (Frankie Muniz's Life) takes on new meaning with moments like these," the Ford driver posted on Instagram. "I'm disappointed to share that I won’t be racing at Darlington this weekend or for the next few weeks due to a distal radius fracture."  View this post on Instagram …

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by Zak Failla
Business
Dashboard Dangers Spark Massive Recall Of Ford Trucks: What To Know Dashboard Dangers Spark Massive Recall Of Ford Trucks: What To Know
Dashboard Dangers Spark Massive Recall Of Ford Trucks: What To Know Ford is recalling more than 355,000 trucks after discovering a defect that can cause dashboards to go completely dark, the latest in a string of costly safety issues for the US automaker. The recall impacts about 355,656 Ford pickups, according to a notice from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration on Friday, Aug. 22. The affected trucks include the 2025 F-150 and 2025–2026 F-250, F-350, F-450, and F-550 Super Duty pickups.  The defect involves the instrument panel cluster (IPC), which may fail at startup, causing drivers to lose access to warning light…

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by Chris Spiker
Police & Fire
Motorcyclist, 36, Killed In Head-On NJ Crash: State Police Motorcyclist, 36, Killed In Head-On NJ Crash: State Police
Motorcyclist, 36, Killed In Head-On NJ Crash: State Police A 36-year-old motorcyclist from Guttenberg was killed in a head-on crash on Route 23 in Sussex County, New Jersey State Police said. Troopers responded at 8:14 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 23, to State Highway 23 North at milepost 47.9 in Wantage Township, Sgt. Jeffrey Lebron said.  A Harley-Davidson motorcycle operated by Ishavpreet Singh was traveling south when it crossed the yellow centerline and collided with a northbound Ford pickup, Lebron said. Singh was killed as a result of the crash. The driver and passenger of the Ford had minor injuries. The crash remains under investigation, an…

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by Cecilia Levine
Business
Costs Rise While Stubborn Inflation Persists, Trump Tariffs Loom Over Economy Costs Rise While Stubborn Inflation Persists, Trump Tariffs Loom Over Economy
Costs Rise While Stubborn Inflation Persists, Trump Tariffs Loom Over Economy Prices for a wide range of products increased in July, even as inflation held steady, with economists expecting President Donald Trump's tariffs to further raise costs for many Americans. The Consumer Price Index rose by 0.2% in July and reached a yearly rate of 2.7%, according to data released by the Bureau of Labor Statistics on Tuesday, Aug. 12. That was barely lower than the 2.8% annual inflation expected in the Dow Jones forecast, CNBC reported. Core inflation, which doesn't include the volatile food and energy categories, jumped by 0.3%, bringing the annual rate to 3.1%. That's the hi…

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by Chris Spiker
Business
'Buy American' Movement Fades Despite Trump's Tariff-Fueled US Manufacturing Push: Survey 'Buy American' Movement Fades Despite Trump's Tariff-Fueled US Manufacturing Push: Survey
'Buy American' Movement Fades Despite Trump's Tariff-Fueled US Manufacturing Push: Survey The "Buy American" movement has lost popularity as President Donald Trump's sweeping tariffs raise prices on many goods while claiming to boost domestic manufacturing, according to a new survey. Half of Americans said in June that they'd be more likely to buy a product they liked after learning it was made in the US, according to the report from The Conference Board. That's down from 60% in May 2022. The appeal of "Made in USA" labels has also fallen 18% since 2022, with shoppers' fears about rising costs as the main factor in the decline. "Given US consumers' persisten…

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by Chris Spiker
Business
Brake Failures Force Massive Recall Of Ford, Lincoln Vehicles: What To Know Brake Failures Force Massive Recall Of Ford, Lincoln Vehicles: What To Know
Brake Failures Force Massive Recall Of Ford, Lincoln Vehicles: What To Know Ford is recalling more than 300,000 vehicles after identifying a software defect that could cause sudden brake assist failure in the automaker's latest safety issue. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said Ford issued the recall for about 312,120 pickup trucks and SUVs. The recall covers several popular 2025 models, including the Ford F-150, Bronco, Ranger, Expedition, and Lincoln Navigator. The electronic brake booster (EBB) module may malfunction and shut down while the vehicle is in motion. That could result in increased stopping distance or cause advanced driver-ass…

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by Chris Spiker
Business
Trump Tariffs Hit Ford Harder Than Foreign Rivals, US Automaker Says Trump Tariffs Hit Ford Harder Than Foreign Rivals, US Automaker Says
Trump Tariffs Hit Ford Harder Than Foreign Rivals, US Automaker Says The automaker that builds more cars in the US than any other company says it may actually be hurt more by President Donald Trump's tariffs than foreign manufacturers. Ford said it's at a disadvantage compared to companies based in the European Union, Japan, and South Korea, The Wall Street Journal reported. Trump has set the tariff rate for those nations at 15%, significantly lower than the broad 25% duty on autos and light trucks that began in the spring. The 15% duties are the newest in Trump's rapidly changing tariff policies, with the latest rates going into effect on Friday, Aug. 1. Be…

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by Chris Spiker
Police & Fire
Ex-WWE Boss Vince McMahon Cited In 3-Car Crash In Connecticut Ex-WWE Boss Vince McMahon Cited In 3-Car Crash In Connecticut
Ex-wwe Boss Vince McMahon Cited In 3-Car Crash In Connecticut Former WWE CEO Vince McMahon was cited for causing a three-car crash just hours before news of Hulk Hogan's death hit news outlets, reports said.  TMZ broke the news on Tuesday, July 29, that McMahon, 79, crashed his Bentley on the Merritt Parkway in Westport last week.  Reports said McMahon crashed his 2024 Bentley Continental GT Speed into the back of a BMW 430, forcing the car into a wooden guardrail. Debris from the guardrail spilled onto the other side of the highway, and a Ford Fusion slammed into it.  No one was hurt in the crash.  Connecticut Sta…

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by Josh Lanier
Police & Fire
PA Woman Killed In Route 519 Crash: NJSP PA Woman Killed In Route 519 Crash: NJSP
PA Woman Killed In Route 519 Crash: Njsp A 23-year-old Lansdale woman was killed in a car crash on Route 519 on Sunday, July 27, authorities said. At 1:07 p.m., troopers responded to Route 519 south in White Township after a Chevrolet traveled off the round, reentered the southbound lanes, crossed the double yellow lines and crashed into a Ford SUV, Charles Marchan, a spokesperson for the New Jersey State Police said. The Chevrolet then went off the road and crashed into a utility pole, Marchan said. Rosa Castro Zumba, a passenger in the Chevrolet was killed in the crash, Marchan said. The driver, a 29-year-old Lansdale man sust…

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by Sam Barron
Obituaries
Jersey City Doctor Struck, Killed By Vehicle In South Brunswick Jersey City Doctor Struck, Killed By Vehicle In South Brunswick
Jersey City Doctor Struck, Killed By Vehicle In South Brunswick A 75-year-old Jersey City doctor was fatally struck by a vehicle in South Brunswick on Thursday, July 10, authorities said. At 9:21 p.m., officers responded to Route 27 after Neville D’Rozario was struck by a 2015 Ford F150 while he was crossing the roadway, South Brunswick police said. D’Rozario was not in the crosswalk when he was hit, police said.  D’Rozario was found bleeding and unconscious and was transported to Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital where he was pronounced dead, police said. The driver remained on scene, police said. Born in Bangladesh, D'Rozario dedicated his life…

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by Sam Barron
Business
Dangers From Fuel Pump Failures Spark Massive Ford, Lincoln Recall Dangers From Fuel Pump Failures Spark Massive Ford, Lincoln Recall
Dangers From Fuel Pump Failures Spark Massive Ford, Lincoln Recall More than 850,000 Ford vehicles are being recalled over a fuel pump issue that can cause engines to stall without warning. Ford has issued the recall for about 850,318 vehicles, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said on Tuesday, July 8. The recall includes several popular models like the F-150, Bronco, Mustang, and Explorer. The defect affects low-pressure fuel pumps that could fail while driving, causing the engine to stall and increasing the risk of a crash. Ford hasn't reported any injuries or crashes linked to the problem, according to the NHTSA. Ford has ack…

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by Chris Spiker
Business
Loose Door Panels Spark Recall Of Nearly 500K SUVs In Ford's Latest Safety Issue Loose Door Panels Spark Recall Of Nearly 500K SUVs In Ford's Latest Safety Issue
Loose Door Panels Spark Recall Of Nearly 500K SUVs In Ford's Latest Safety Issue Ford is recalling nearly half a million SUVs because a door panel issue could send parts flying on the road, the latest safety concern for the US automaker. The recall impacts 492,145 Ford Explorers from 2016 and 2017 model years, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Ford found that driver and front passenger door B-pillar trim appliques – the vertical strips between front and rear windows – can detach while driving.  The issue stems from a design change and inconsistent manufacturing practices at Ford's assembly plants. Ford made a manufactur…

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by Chris Spiker
Business
Backup Camera Dangers Spark Recall Of Nearly 1.1M Vehicles In Ford's Latest Safety Issue Backup Camera Dangers Spark Recall Of Nearly 1.1M Vehicles In Ford's Latest Safety Issue
Backup Camera Dangers Spark Recall Of Nearly 1.1M Vehicles In Ford's Latest Safety Issue More than a million vehicles are being recalled by Ford due to frozen rearview camera displays in the latest safety concern for the US automaker. Ford issued the recall for 1,075,299 vehicles from 44 models, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said. The defect raises crash risks and adds to a long string of recalls that have plagued Ford in 2025. The recall impacts Ford and Lincoln vehicles with a software bug that can freeze or delay the rear camera image when reversing. The glitch stems from faulty SYNC4 software that can cause the infotainment scre…

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by Chris Spiker
Business
Brake Failures Force Recall Of 273K+ SUVs, Ford Issues 'Do Not Drive' Warning For Some Broncos Brake Failures Force Recall Of 273K+ SUVs, Ford Issues 'Do Not Drive' Warning For Some Broncos
Brake Failures Force Recall Of 273K+ SUVs, Ford Issues 'Do Not Drive' Warning For Some Broncos Ford is recalling more than 273,000 large SUVs because of two significant issues that raise crash risks, federal regulators said. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said Ford has recalled 273,789 Expeditions and Navigators. The recall, which was announced on Friday, May 9, affects the model years 2022 through 2024. In the affected vehicles, the front brake lines may rub against the engine air cleaner outlet pipe, causing a fluid leak that could lead to a loss of front brake function. "A brake line leak may cause a longer-than-expected brake pedal travel and result…

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by Chris Spiker
News
Brake Troubles, Stalling Hazards Spark Recall Of 148K+ Ford Vehicles Brake Troubles, Stalling Hazards Spark Recall Of 148K+ Ford Vehicles
Brake Troubles, Stalling Hazards Spark Recall Of 148K+ Ford Vehicles Ford is recalling more than 148,000 vehicles across the US after two major defects were linked to increased crash risks, officials said. The first recall affects 123,611 vehicles, including F-150, Expedition, and Lincoln Navigator models from 2017 and 2018, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. The pickups and SUVs can leak brake fluid, potentially reducing front-wheel braking. The defect stems from a faulty seal in the master brake cylinder, which can let fluid leak into the brake booster. If too much fluid is lost, drivers may notice a change in b…

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by Chris Spiker
Business
Panic Buying Shrinks US Vehicle Supply As Trump's Tariffs Set Up Summer Price Hikes Panic Buying Shrinks US Vehicle Supply As Trump's Tariffs Set Up Summer Price Hikes
Panic Buying Shrinks US Vehicle Supply As Trump's Tariffs Set Up Summer Price Hikes The US supply of new and used vehicles is quickly declining after car shoppers rushed to make purchases before President Donald Trump's sweeping tariffs shook the auto industry, setting the stage for a costly summer. New-vehicle stock fell to 2.69 million units by Tuesday, April 1, according to auto data company Cox Automotive. That was down 10.2% from the start of March and 2.4% lower than the same time in 2024. Buyers flooded showrooms in the final week of March, driven by seasonal trends and fears of price hikes tied to Trump's rapidly changing tariffs. "With import tariffs no…

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by Chris Spiker
Business
Trump Pauses Auto Tariffs Amid Trade War Fallout With Canada, Mexico Trump Pauses Auto Tariffs Amid Trade War Fallout With Canada, Mexico
Trump Pauses Auto Tariffs Amid Trade War Fallout With Canada, Mexico President Donald Trump is giving US automakers a brief delay on tariffs imposed against Canada and Mexico as trade war tensions escalate and concerns rise domestically about the economy. The pause was confirmed at a news briefing by White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt on Wednesday, Mar. 5. The move came one day after Trump officially placed 25 percent tariffs on Canadian and Mexican goods while raising tariffs on Chinese imports to 20 percent. The country's "Big Three" automakers — Stellantis (formerly Chrysler), Ford, and General Motors — talked with Trump abou…

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by Chris Spiker
Police & Fire
7 Injured After Van Crashes Into Police Car On Route 78: NJSP 7 Injured After Van Crashes Into Police Car On Route 78: NJSP
7 Injured After Van Crashes Into Police Car On Route 78: Njsp Seven people were hospitalized after a van crashed into a police car on Route 78 in Hunterdon County on Sunday, Jan. 26, authorities said. At 5:42 a.m., a Ford transit van was traveling eastbound in the center lane on Route 78 in Clinton Township while an unoccupied marked troop car with its emergency lights activated was parked diverting traffic due to a prior crash, Jeffrey Lebron, a spokesman for the New Jersey State Police said. The driver of the Ford failed to observe the troop car and subsequently struck its rear, Lebron said. As a result of the collision, the driver and six occupants…

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by Sam Barron
Business
Ford Recalls 272K+ Vehicles For Sudden Battery Failure Linked To Crash Risk Ford Recalls 272K+ Vehicles For Sudden Battery Failure Linked To Crash Risk
Ford Recalls 272K+ Vehicles For Sudden Battery Failure Linked To Crash Risk More than 272,000 Ford vehicles are being recalled because of defective 12-volt batteries that could degrade suddenly, causing power loss and increasing crash risk, officials said. Ford issued the recall for certain Maverick pickups and Bronco Sport SUVs, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said. The recall affects Bronco Sport models from 2021-2023 and Maverick models from 2022-2023. The issue stems from a manufacturing defect in 12-volt batteries made by Camel, according to Ford. Internal weld and cast-on-strap failures could cause the battery to degrade…

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by Chris Spiker