The problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023 Maverick vehicles. A missing electrical circuit may cause the trailer taillights to not illuminate as intended when utilizing the vehicle trailer tow electrical connector. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, " Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
The risk
Trailer taillights that do not illuminate as intended can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will add an electrical circuit to the engine bay wiring harness, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 9, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23C04.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 23V-160 (23V160000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | 23C04 |
| Manufacturer | Ford Motor Company |
| Component | Exterior lighting › Tail lights |
| Report date | March 10, 2023 |
| Owners notified | June 9, 2023 |
| Vehicles affected | 2,716 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the lights
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 23V-160 repair free?
Yes. Ford dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will add an electrical circuit to the engine bay wiring harness, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 9, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23C04.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 2,716 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.