Ford Recalls 661,000 Vehicles in North America

Ford Motor Company is recalling 661,000 sport utility vehicles in North America at the request of U.S. regulators. Officials say retention pins could loosen and allow roof rail covers to detach from the vehicle. The recall covers 2016 through 2019 model year vehicles. Dealers will install push-pins and replace any damaged rail clips and roof rail covers. A Ford spokeswoman the automaker is not aware of any accidents or injuries related to this condition. The vehicles covered by the recall have roof rail covers that are painted silver, black or absolute black. Customer notifications will begin the week of June 28. The recall includes 620,483 vehicles in the United States, 36,419 in Canada and 4,260 in Mexico.