2023 Ford Edge Headlight Recall (23V596)

Recall 23V596 at a glance

What is wrong with the 2023 Ford Edge in recall 23V596?

The front right headlight may be too bright or aimed incorrectly.

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023 Edge vehicles. The front right headlight may be too bright or aimed incorrectly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

Is it safe to drive a 2023 Edge with recall 23V596?

NHTSA has not told owners to stop driving, but the risk is real: A headlight that is too bright or aimed incorrectly may cause a glare to other road users, increasing the risk of a crash.

NHTSA describes the risk this way: A headlight that is too bright or aimed incorrectly may cause a glare to other road users, increasing the risk of a crash.

There is no do-not-drive order on this campaign. If your Edge shows warning lights or behaves differently in a way that involves the headlights, have it checked before driving further.

Which vehicles are included in recall 23V596?

Recall 23V596 covers 8,523 vehicles: 2023 Ford Edge.

NHTSA lists 8,523 vehicles in this campaign. Not every vehicle of these models and years is included, so check your VIN.

What is the fix for the Edge headlight recall?

Yes. Dealers will inspect and replace the right headlight assembly as necessary, free of charge.

Dealers will inspect and replace the right headlight assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 9, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23C26.

When was recall 23V596 announced?

Ford Motor Company reported recall 23V596 to NHTSA on August 25, 2023. NHTSA lists the owner letter date as October 9, 2023.

This recall was filed 37 months ago. If your Edge was built in that window, the VIN check below is the way to confirm it is included.

How do I check if my Edge is part of recall 23V596?

Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. If recall 23V596 is open on your Edge, it will be listed there.

Enter your 17-character VIN at NHTSA’s recall lookup. It shows any open safety recall on your vehicle, including 23V596000. Your VIN is on the registration card, the insurance card, and the driver side of the dashboard where it meets the windshield. Recent recalls can take a few days to appear in the lookup.

What should Edge owners do about recall 23V596?

Check your VIN, schedule the free recall repair, and keep a repair order for every dealer visit.

1. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm recall 23V596000 applies to your Edge.
2. Call a Ford dealer and schedule the recall repair. Ask how long the repair takes and whether parts are in stock.
3. Keep a copy of every repair order. Check that each one lists your complaint, the mileage, and the dates in and out.
4. Keep a simple log of any headlights symptoms with dates and mileage. Video of a warning light or the problem happening is strong evidence.
5. Count the days the vehicle is at the dealer. Days out of service add up toward California's 30-day presumption.
6. If the problem comes back after the repair, return to the dealer and contact a lemon law attorney.

What are Edge owners reporting to NHTSA?

Owners have filed 22 complaints with NHTSA about these vehicles since 2020, 1 of them about the lighting and visibility.

Too few NHTSA complaints about the lighting and visibility have been filed since recall 23V596 was reported (1) to say whether the fix is holding.

NHTSA’s public complaint database lists 22 owner complaints filed since 2020 for the vehicles in this recall, and 1 of them involve the lighting and visibility. Complaints are reports from owners and have not been verified by NHTSA, but a high count for the same component is a sign the problem is widespread.

• 2023 Ford Edge: 22 complaints in total, 1 about the lighting and visibility

A few excerpts from owner complaints filed with NHTSA (unverified, lightly trimmed):

The 3rd brake light (high mount stop) has burned out. The repair costs are exorbitant for a legally required part of the car and self repair is extremely challenging. There are numerous complaints online about this part failing.

2023 Ford Edge owner, IA, NHTSA complaint 11737461, filed May 12, 2026

Can recall 23V596 make my Edge a lemon in California?

Not by itself. A recall repair that fails, or repeat dealer visits for the same defect, can support a California lemon law claim.

Recall 23V596000 does not automatically make your Edge a lemon. California's Song-Beverly Act asks two questions: does a warranty defect substantially impair the vehicle's use, value or safety, and did the manufacturer fail to fix it in a reasonable number of tries (Civ. Code 1793.2(d))?

Lighting and visibility defects, such as headlights that fail, wipers that stop or mirrors that do not work, reduce your ability to see and be seen. They are often electrical, and they often come back.

The recall repair is available at dealers. If it works, great. If the same symptom comes back, the recall visit is one repair attempt and the next visit is another.

California law presumes a reasonable number of attempts has been made if, within 18 months or 18,000 miles of delivery, the same problem was repaired two or more times for a defect likely to cause death or serious injury, four or more times for any covered defect, or the vehicle was out of service for repairs more than 30 days in total (Civ. Code 1793.22(b)). Some of these require written notice to the manufacturer. A claim can still succeed outside that window.

An owner who prevails in a lemon law case can recover reasonable attorney fees and costs from the manufacturer (Civ. Code 1794(d)). You pay nothing, win or lose. We are paid only if you win, and the manufacturer pays our fees, including in settlements. If a case is lost, our firm covers the costs.

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