The problem
These vehicles were built with the non-cycling power window circuit breaker and the cycling headlamp circuit breaker interchanged.
The risk
In the event of a short or overload in the headlampcircuit, both headlamps can go out without warning, rather than flashing as intended with the cycling circuit breaker. This could lead to reduced night time driver visibility, increasing the potential for a vehicle accident.
The fix
Dealers will inspect these vehicles, remove the circuit breaker and reinstall the breaker in the correct locations.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 95V-189 (95V189000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Ford Motor Company |
| Component | Electrical system › Wiring › Fuses and circuit breakers |
| Report date | October 2, 1995 |
| Owners notified | November 15, 1995 |
| Vehicles affected | 45,000 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the electrical system
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 95V-189 repair free?
Yes. Ford dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will inspect these vehicles, remove the circuit breaker and reinstall the breaker in the correct locations.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 45,000 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.