NHTSA Recall 22V730000: Brake lights (exterior lighting) and service brakes, hydraulic: control unit/module
Ford Motor Company reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 11,239 vehicles. It affects 2022 Ford Maverick.
| NHTSA campaign | 22V730000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 22C24 |
| Components | EXTERIOR LIGHTING › BRAKE LIGHTS; SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC › ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP › CONTROL UNIT/MODULE |
| Report received | September 30, 2022 |
| Owner notification | November 9, 2022 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022 Maverick vehicles. Under certain circumstances, the Antilock Brake System (ABS) module may cause the brake lights to illuminate without the driver applying the brakes. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Safety risk
Unintended illumination of the brake lights may confuse other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the software in the ABS module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 9, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22C24.
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.nhtsa.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 22V730000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Ford Maverick | 2022 |
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.