Recall 19C10 – Daytime Running Lights May Not Dim

DRL that cannot dim may reduce the visibility of other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.

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DRL that cannot dim may reduce the visibility of other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V808000
  • Manufacturer Ford Motor Company
  • Components EXTERIOR LIGHTING
  • Potential Number of Units Affected 86,296

Summary

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2019 F-250, F-350 and F-450 Super Duty trucks. The Daytime Running Lights (DRL) may not dim when the headlight switch is moved into the “On” position. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, “Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment.”

Remedy

Ford has notified owners, and dealers will reprogram the Body Control Module (BCM) software, free of charge. The recall began November 25, 2019. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford’s number for this recall is 19C10.

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.safercar.gov.

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