Ford is recalling nearly 243,000 Maverick compact pickup trucks in the U.S. because the tail lights may not illuminate, creating a dangerous situation for drivers. The company said a computer can falsely detect too much current on one or both of the tail lamps,

STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — The Ford Company is recalling nearly 500,000 SUVs and pickup trucks due to a dangerous battery malfunction.

Ford is recalling 456,565 SUVs and pickup trucks for loss of drive power because of a low battery issue, according to National Highway Traffic Safety Administration documents. Why it matters: The undetected low battery charge can result in a loss of electrical accessories such as hazard lights and increase the risk of a crash,