Ford Recall 11V-352: Exterior lighting – brake lights

Affected: 2002–2005 Ford Excursion, 2002–2004, 2007 Ford F-250, 2002–2007 Ford F-250 SD and 6 more. Filed with NHTSA on July 13, 2011, covering about 26,715 vehicles.

The problem

Ford is recalling certain model year 2011 ranger trucks built from January 25, 2011, through April 25, 2011 at the twin cities assembly plant, and service parts distributed to dealers for certain 2004 through 2011 model year ranger trucks, 2002 through 2005 model year excursion vehicles, and 2002 through 2007 model year f-250, f-350, f-450, and f-550 trucks for failing to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." the multi-function switch was shipped with a subcomponent (slider) that May experience deformation. A multi-function switch with a deformed slider May malfunction causing the turn signal, tail lights, hazard warning signal flashers and/or brake lights not to activate.

The risk

Non-functioning lights could increase the risk of a crash.

The fix

Dealers will replace the switches free of charge. The safety recall began on August 15, 2011. Owners May contact Ford motor company customer relationship center at 1-866-436-7332.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign11V-352 (11V352000)
Manufacturer number11C18
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
ComponentExterior lighting › Brake lights
Report dateJuly 13, 2011
Owners notifiedAugust 15, 2011
Vehicles affected26,715
Initiated byManufacturer

Vehicles covered

Owner complaints about the lights

Frequently asked questions

Is the recall 11V-352 repair free?

Yes. Ford dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will replace the switches free of charge. The safety recall began on August 15, 2011. Owners May contact Ford motor company customer relationship center at 1-866-436-7332.

How do I know if my car is included?

Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 26,715 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.