NHTSA Recall 23V160000: Tail lights (exterior lighting)
Ford Motor Company reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 2,716 vehicles. It affects 2023 Ford Maverick.
| NHTSA campaign | 23V160000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 23C04 |
| Component | EXTERIOR LIGHTING › TAIL LIGHTS |
| Report received | March 10, 2023 |
| Owner notification | June 9, 2023 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
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."
Safety risk
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.
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 23V160000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Ford Maverick | 2023 |
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.