NHTSA Recall 15V248000: Headlights (exterior lighting)
Ford Motor Company reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 21,435 vehicles. It affects 2015 Lincoln Mkz.
| NHTSA campaign | 15V248000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 15C02 |
| Component | EXTERIOR LIGHTING › HEADLIGHTS |
| Report received | April 27, 2015 |
| Owner notification | May 8, 2015 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2015 Lincoln MKZ vehicles manufactured February 17, 2014, to March 19, 2015, and equipped with daytime running lights (DRL). In the affected vehicles, the parking lights do not reduce their light output from a DRL level when used in conjunction with the headlights. As such, the light output may exceed the the permissable amount allowed by Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Safety risk
If the light output is excessive, oncoming traffic may be temporarily blinded, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Ford has notified owners, and dealers will update the lighting control software, free of charge. The recall began on May 8, 2015. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for the recall is 15C02.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 15V248000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Lincoln Mkz | 2015 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.