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NHTSA Recall 19V808000: Headlights (exterior lighting)

Ford Motor Company reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 86,296 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Ford F-250 SD.

86,296
vehicles potentially affected
3
models affected
2019
owners notified (November 25)
NHTSA campaign19V808000
Manufacturer campaign19C10
ComponentEXTERIOR LIGHTING › HEADLIGHTS
Report receivedNovember 12, 2019
Owner notificationNovember 25, 2019
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2019 F-250, F-350 and F-450 Super Duty trucks. The Daytime Running Lights (DRL) may not dim when the headlight switch is moved into the "On" position. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

Safety risk

DRL that cannot dim may reduce the visibility of other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Ford has notified owners, and dealers will reprogram the Body Control Module (BCM) software, free of charge. The recall began November 25, 2019. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 19C10.

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 19V808000

Make and modelModel years
Ford F-250 SD2018, 2019
Ford F-350 SD2018, 2019
Ford F-450 SD2018, 2019

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.