Ford F-150 Lightning models’ high-voltage battery may short circuit
Ford Motor Company is recalling certain 2022-2024 F-150 Lightning battery electric vehicles. A manufacturing defect in the high voltage battery cells may result in an internal short circuit. A battery short circuit increases the risk of a fire.
This recall potentially affects 950 vehicles. Owners are advised to only charge their vehicles to a maximum of 80% battery capacity until the repair has been completed. Dealers will inspect and replace the high voltage battery array as necessary. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed March 17. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S18.
Ford Maverick models’ instrument panel not illuminating
Ford is recalling certain 2022-2023 Maverick Hybrid vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall number 24V-140. The instrument panel cluster may not properly illuminate warning lights or gauges. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 101, "Control and Displays," and 102, "Transmission shift position sequence, starter interlock, and transmission braking effect" as well as FMVSS numbers 105, 108, and 208. An instrument panel that does not illuminate critical safety information, such as the speedometer or warning lights, can increase the risk of a crash.
This recall potentially affects 933 vehicles. Dealers will update the instrument panel cluster software. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed April 14. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25C06.
Ford Maverick models’ unintended brake light illumination
Ford is recalling certain 2022 Maverick vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall number 24V-730. Under certain circumstances, the antilock brake system 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." Unintended illumination of the brake lights may confuse other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
This recall potentially affects 141 vehicles. Dealers will update the software in the ABS module. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed April 25. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25C07.
Ford Maverick models’ loss of drive power from undetected low battery
Ford is recalling certain 2022 Maverick vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall number 24V-590. The body and powertrain control modules may fail to detect a change in the 12-volt battery state of charge. An undetected low battery charge can result in a loss of electrical accessories such as hazard lights, or cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
This recall potentially affects two vehicles. Dealers will update the powertrain control module software. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed April 14. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S13.
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Ford models’ software error may cause loss of drive power
Ford is recalling certain 2022-2024 Maverick, 2022 Escape, and 2021-2022 Lincoln Corsair vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall number 24V-330. The hybrid powertrain control module software may cause the vehicle to shift into neutral unexpectedly, causing a loss of drive power. A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
This recall potentially affects 207 vehicles. Dealers will update the HPCM software. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed April 14. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S16.
Ford models’ trailer brakes may fail
Ford is recalling certain 2021-2022 F-150 and 2022 Maverick, Expedition, Lincoln Navigator, F-250, F-350, F-450, and F-550 vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall number 22V-193. Due to a software error, a towed trailer equipped with an electric or electric-over hydraulic brake system may not brake. Loss of trailer brake functionality can extend the distance required to stop, increasing the risk of a crash.
This recall may potentially affect 10,627 vehicles. Dealers will update the integrated trailer brake control module software. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed April 14. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S18.
Ford models’ incorrect rearview camera image may display
Ford is recalling certain 2023 F-Super Duty F-250, F-350, and F-450 vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall number 23V-573. The default rearview camera image may not be displayed when using the Pro Trailer Hitch Assist feature. An incorrect rearview camera image can reduce the driver's view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
This recall potentially affects 355 vehicles. Dealers will update the advanced drive assistance system module software. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed April 14. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S17.
Mercedes-Benz Sprinter models’ parking brake may fail
Daimler Vans USA is recalling certain 2024 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter vehicles. The parking brake cable bracket welds may fail and disengage the parking brake. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 105, "Hydraulic and Electric Brake Systems." Parking brake failure can result in a vehicle rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash.
This recall potentially affects 88 vehicles. Dealers will inspect and repair the parking brake cable bracket as necessary. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed April 25. Owners may contact DVUSA customer service at 877-762-8267. DVUSA's number for this recall is VS3HALHAN.
Motiv models’ loss of drive power
Motiv Power Systems is recalling certain 2017-2020 E-450 and F-59 vehicles with a Gen 4 EPIC powertrain; 2020-2023 E-450, F-59, and F-53 vehicles with a Gen 5 EPIC powertrain; and 2023-2025 Motiv F-59 and F-53 vehicles with a Gen 6 EPIC powertrain. A throttle position sensor power wire connector pin may loosen, causing a loss of signal to the powertrain control module and a loss of drive power. Loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
This recall potentially affects 222 vehicles. Motiv field support technicians will inspect and repair, or replace the PCM connector. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed May 1. Owners may contact Motiv customer service at 650-458-4804.
Orange EV models’ incorrect GAWR on federal placard
Orange EV is recalling certain 2023-2024 HUSK-e XP terminal trucks. The rear gross axle weight rating on the federal placard is incorrect, and the installed tires and rims may be inadequate for the truck's intended use. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 120, "Wheels and Rims - Other Than Passenger Cars." An incorrect GAWR and an inadequate tire and rim combination can lead to unintentionally overloading the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
This recall potentially affects 24 vehicles. The remedy is currently under development. Interim owner notification letters explaining the safety risk are expected to be mailed April 25. A second notice will be sent once the remedy becomes available. Owners may contact Orange EV customer service at 866-688-5223.
