2022-2024 Ford Maverick Lighting Bulbs Recall (23V848)
Ford Motor Company · 189,814 vehicles · Reported December 15, 2023
Ford Motor Company is recalling 189,814 2022-2024 Ford Maverick vehicles. In the event that one of the rear turn signals stops working, the vehicle will not adjust the turn signal flash rate frequency to warn the driver that a turn signal is not working correctly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment." A nonfunctioning exterior turn signal will not notify other drivers that the vehicle is turning, increasing the risk of a crash. Dealers will make the repair free of charge.
Recall 23V848 at a glance
| NHTSA campaign number | 23V848000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer recall number | 23C41 |
| Date reported to NHTSA | December 15, 2023 |
| Manufacturer | Ford Motor Company |
| Vehicles | 2022-2024 Ford Maverick |
| Units affected | 189,814 |
| Component | Exterior Lighting > Turn Signal > Bulbs |
| Safety risk | A nonfunctioning exterior turn signal will not notify other drivers that the vehicle is turning, increasing the risk of a crash. |
| Fix | Available at dealers |
What is wrong with the 2022-2024 Ford Maverick in recall 23V848?
In the event that one of the rear turn signals stops working, the vehicle will not adjust the turn signal flash rate frequency to warn the driver that a turn signal is not working correctly.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Maverick vehicles. In the event that one of the rear turn signals stops working, the vehicle will not adjust the turn signal flash rate frequency to warn the driver that a turn signal is not working correctly. 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 2022-2024 Maverick with recall 23V848?
NHTSA has not told owners to stop driving, but the risk is real: A nonfunctioning exterior turn signal will not notify other drivers that the vehicle is turning, increasing the risk of a crash.
NHTSA describes the risk this way: A nonfunctioning exterior turn signal will not notify other drivers that the vehicle is turning, increasing the risk of a crash.
There is no do-not-drive order on this campaign. If your Maverick shows warning lights or behaves differently in a way that involves the bulbs, have it checked before driving further.
Which vehicles are included in recall 23V848?
Recall 23V848 covers 189,814 vehicles: 2022-2024 Ford Maverick.
NHTSA lists 189,814 vehicles in this campaign. Not every vehicle of these models and years is included, so check your VIN.
| Model years | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2022-2024 | Ford | Maverick |
What is the fix for the Maverick lighting bulbs recall?
Yes. Dealers will update the body control module software, free of charge.
Dealers will update the body control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 16, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23C41.
When was recall 23V848 announced?
Ford Motor Company reported recall 23V848 to NHTSA on December 15, 2023. NHTSA lists the owner letter date as January 16, 2024.
| Date | What happened |
|---|---|
| December 15, 2023 | Ford Motor Company filed the defect report with NHTSA; NHTSA assigned campaign 23V848000. |
| January 16, 2024 | Owner notification letters mailed (per NHTSA). |
This recall was filed 34 months ago. If your Maverick was built in that window, the VIN check below is the way to confirm it is included.
How do I check if my Maverick is part of recall 23V848?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. If recall 23V848 is open on your Maverick, it will be listed there.
Look up your VIN on nhtsa.gov/recalls. If 23V848000 is open on your Maverick, it will be listed there, along with Ford recall number 23C41. You can also ask any Ford dealer to run the VIN. The VIN is printed on your registration and visible through the lower driver-side windshield.
What should Maverick owners do about recall 23V848?
Check your VIN, schedule the free recall repair, and keep a repair order for every dealer visit.
- Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm recall 23V848000 applies to your Maverick.
- Call a Ford dealer and schedule the recall repair. Ask how long the repair takes and whether parts are in stock.
- Keep a copy of every repair order. Check that each one lists your complaint, the mileage, and the dates in and out.
- Write down when symptoms involving the bulbs happen: date, mileage, speed, weather and what you felt or heard. Photos and short videos help.
- Count the days the vehicle is at the dealer. Days out of service add up toward California's 30-day presumption.
- If the recall repair does not fix it, or the vehicle keeps going back for the same issue, talk to a lemon law attorney.
What are Maverick owners reporting to NHTSA?
Owners have filed 303 complaints with NHTSA about these vehicles since 2020, 10 of them about the lighting and visibility.
Since recall 23V848 was reported on December 15, 2023, owners have filed 9 complaints with NHTSA about the lighting and visibility on these vehicles. 3 of them (33%) describe the same problem happening more than once or coming back after a repair attempt.
How we counted: we matched NHTSA owner complaints for the model years in this recall that list the lighting and visibility and were received on or after December 15, 2023, then flagged narratives that describe a repeat failure or a problem returning after a dealer repair, recall service or software update. Data from NHTSA, accessed October 7, 2026. Complaints are unverified owner reports and may involve a related lighting and visibility issue rather than this exact defect; automated text matching can miss or misread some reports.
NHTSA’s public complaint database lists 303 owner complaints filed since 2020 for the vehicles in this recall, and 10 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.
- 2022 Ford Maverick: 150 complaints in total, 7 about the lighting and visibility
- 2023 Ford Maverick: 81 complaints in total, 3 about the lighting and visibility
- 2024 Ford Maverick: 72 complaints in total, 0 about the lighting and visibility
A few excerpts from owner complaints filed with NHTSA (unverified, lightly trimmed):
The rear brake lights intermittently do not work, but at the same time the middle third light brake light works fine. also the turn signals work fine. People will rear end me if they don’t see my brake lights. I am a retired, master mechanic, and my son is also a mechanic.
2022 Ford Maverick owner, PA, NHTSA complaint 11716908, filed February 10, 2026
The contact owns a 2022 Ford Maverick. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V594000 (Air Bags) and 22V730000 (Exterior Lighting, Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the parts to do the recall repairs were not yet available. The local dealer was contacted.
2022 Ford Maverick owner, PA, NHTSA complaint 11523662, filed May 24, 2023
I’ve been noticing a frequent issue with my trailer not having the left blinker work per notification it gives. So I gave been checking the information screen for trailer lighting any time that I’m pulling a trailer just to make sure all of my lights are working.
2022 Ford Maverick owner, FL, NHTSA complaint 11597340, filed June 27, 2024
Can recall 23V848 make my Maverick 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 23V848000 does not automatically make your Maverick 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.
Civil Code 1793.22(b) sets out a presumption that applies in the first 18 months or 18,000 miles: two or more repair attempts for a defect likely to cause death or serious bodily injury, four or more attempts for the same defect, or more than 30 total days out of service for repairs. Written notice to the manufacturer is required in some cases. Owners outside that window can still have a claim.
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.
In our cases, a recall repair visit counts as a repair attempt, and it's strongest when the owner complained about the problem before the recall came out. A recall shows the defect is real and that enough owners reported it for the manufacturer to issue a fix.
The biggest mistake I see is waiting too long. The mileage offset starts at your first repair visit for the problem, so the sooner you take it in, the better. If the problem comes and goes, take it in when it happens. You can't go back to that date later.
If you get a recall notice, call a lemon law attorney right away. You may have taken the car in for the same problem before and forgotten, or there may be other recalls related to it.
Jacob Shayesteh, Esq. (SBN 362320), Founder and Managing Attorney. Quotes lightly edited for clarity. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
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Frequently asked questions about recall 23V848
Did the recall 23V848 fix work?
Since recall 23V848 was reported on December 15, 2023, owners have filed 9 complaints with NHTSA about the lighting and visibility on these vehicles. 3 of them (33%) describe the same problem happening more than once or coming back after a repair attempt. If your vehicle still has the problem after the recall repair, go back to the dealer, get a repair order, and talk to a lemon law attorney.
When will owners be notified?
According to NHTSA, owner notification letters were or are scheduled to be mailed January 16, 2024.
Is the 23V848000 recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers.
How do I know if my Maverick is part of recall 23V848000?
Enter your 17-character VIN in NHTSA's recall lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or call a dealer. The VIN is on your registration, insurance card and the lower corner of the windshield.
Does a recall mean my car is a lemon?
Not on its own. A lemon law claim depends on whether a covered defect keeps coming back or keeps the vehicle out of service. A recall repair that fails, or repeat visits for the same problem, can support a claim.
Does the recall fixing my car mean I have no case?
Not necessarily. Even if the recall repair fixed it, you may still have a case, and a car that's a year or more old can still qualify.
Do used cars qualify for California lemon law?
We take certified pre-owned, demo and dealer vehicles. Since the California Supreme Court's Rodriguez decision in 2024, ordinary used cars generally do not qualify.
How long does a recall lemon law case take?
Recall-related cases typically resolve in one to three months from your first call. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
What does a lemon law attorney cost?
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.
Sources
- NHTSA recall record 23V848000 (recall report and owner letters are posted there)
- NHTSA complaints and recalls data, accessed October 7, 2026
- California Civil Code 1793.2 and 1793.22
Jacob Shayesteh, Esq., Founder and Managing Attorney of America’s Lemon Lawyer (Wynn Law Group, APC). Licensed by the State Bar of California, No. 362320. His practice focuses on California lemon law under the Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act.
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