Recall
Ford Maverick — 23V160000
NHTSA ID
23V160000
Make
Ford
Model
Maverick
Years Affected
2023
Recall Date
2023-03-10
Component
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS
Units Affected
2,716
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
23C04
Summary
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023 Maverick vehicles. A missing electrical circuit may cause the trailer taillights to not illuminate as intended when utilizing the vehicle trailer tow electrical connector. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, " Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Consequence
Trailer taillights that do not illuminate as intended can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will add an electrical circuit to the engine bay wiring harness, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 9, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23C04.