NHTSA Recall 24V293000: Software (electrical system) and tail lights (exterior lighting)
Ford Motor Company reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 242,669 vehicles. It affects 2022–2024 Ford Maverick.
| NHTSA campaign | 24V293000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 24S27 |
| Components | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › BODY CONTROL MODULE › SOFTWARE; EXTERIOR LIGHTING › TAIL LIGHTS |
| Report received | April 26, 2024 |
| Owner notification | May 10, 2024 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Maverick vehicles. The Body Control Module (BCM) may inadvertently deactivate one or both rear tail lights.
Safety risk
Rear tail lights that fail to illuminate can reduce the vehicle's visibility to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the BCM software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 10, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S24.
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 24V293000
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.