Ford issues recall on popular pickup truck model due to tail light issue

Ford vehicles recalled for a rollaway risk

Ford has issued a safety recall that impacts 242,000 pickup trucks, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. (MLive.com file)Staff-Shot

STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. -- The Ford Motor Company has issued a safety recall on its popular compact pickup truck, the Ford Maverick.

The company is actively recalling Maverick models from 2022 through 2024 over electronic issues with the rear tail lights, with potentially 242,000 trucks affected, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).

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