Ford Maverick recalled over injury risk

Recall date

February 28, 2025

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Ford Motor Company recalls 2022 Ford Maverick

Recall number

25V124000

Brand / firm

Ford

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 141 units

Why it was recalled

Unintended illumination of the brake lights may confuse other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022 Maverick vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall number 24V-730. 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."

What to do

Dealers will update the software in the ABS module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 14, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25C07.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.