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NHTSA Recall 23V596000: Headlights (exterior lighting)

Ford Motor Company reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 8,523 vehicles. It affects 2023 Ford Edge.

8,523
vehicles potentially affected
1
model affected
2023
owners notified (October 9)
NHTSA campaign23V596000
Manufacturer campaign23C26
ComponentEXTERIOR LIGHTING › HEADLIGHTS
Report receivedAugust 25, 2023
Owner notificationOctober 9, 2023
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023 Edge vehicles. The front right headlight may be too bright or aimed incorrectly. 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

A headlight that is too bright or aimed incorrectly may cause a glare to other road users, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and replace the right headlight assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 9, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23C26.

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 23V596000

Make and modelModel years
Ford Edge2023

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.