2024 Ford Mustang Switch and Sensor and Float Recall (24V496)
Ford Motor Company · 10 vehicles · Reported June 28, 2024
Ford Motor Company is recalling 10 2024 Ford Mustang vehicles. The brake fluid level sensor may not be properly configured after a Body Control Module (BCM) service update, resulting in a constantly illuminated brake fluid level warning light that can conceal a low brake fluid condition. An undetected low brake fluid condition can lead to a loss of braking function, increasing the risk of a crash. Dealers will make the repair free of charge.
Recall 24V496 at a glance
| NHTSA campaign number | 24V496000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer recall number | 24S43 |
| Date reported to NHTSA | June 28, 2024 |
| Manufacturer | Ford Motor Company |
| Vehicles | 2024 Ford Mustang |
| Units affected | 10 |
| Build dates | October 26, 2022 to February 8, 2024 |
| Component | Service Brakes, Hydraulic > Brake Fluid Low Warning > Switch / Sensor / Float |
| Safety risk | An undetected low brake fluid condition can lead to a loss of braking function, increasing the risk of a crash. |
| Fix | Available at dealers |
What is wrong with the 2024 Ford Mustang in recall 24V496?
The brake fluid level sensor may not be properly configured after a Body Control Module (BCM) service update, resulting in a constantly illuminated brake fluid level warning light that can conceal a low brake fluid condition.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024 Mustang vehicles. The brake fluid level sensor may not be properly configured after a Body Control Module (BCM) service update, resulting in a constantly illuminated brake fluid level warning light that can conceal a low brake fluid condition.
Is it safe to drive a 2024 Mustang with recall 24V496?
NHTSA has not told owners to stop driving, but the risk is real: An undetected low brake fluid condition can lead to a loss of braking function, increasing the risk of a crash.
NHTSA describes the risk this way: An undetected low brake fluid condition can lead to a loss of braking function, increasing the risk of a crash.
NHTSA has not issued a do-not-drive or park-outside warning for this recall. Still, get the repair done as soon as it is available, and stop driving if you notice symptoms related to the switch and sensor and float.
Which vehicles are included in recall 24V496?
Recall 24V496 covers 10 vehicles: 2024 Ford Mustang.
NHTSA lists 10 vehicles in this campaign, built October 26, 2022 to February 8, 2024. Not every vehicle of these models and years is included, so check your VIN.
| Model years | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Ford | Mustang |
What is the fix for the Mustang switch and sensor and float recall?
Yes. Dealers will update the body control module (BCM) software, free of charge.
Dealers will update the body control module (BCM) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 12, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S43.
When was recall 24V496 announced?
Ford Motor Company reported recall 24V496 to NHTSA on June 28, 2024. NHTSA lists the owner letter date as July 12, 2024.
| Date | What happened |
|---|---|
| October 26, 2022 | First affected vehicle built (per Ford Motor Company's filing). |
| February 8, 2024 | Last affected vehicle built. |
| June 28, 2024 | Ford Motor Company filed the defect report with NHTSA; NHTSA assigned campaign 24V496000. |
| July 12, 2024 | Owner notification letters mailed (per NHTSA). |
This recall was filed 27 months ago, and vehicles were built over a span of 470 days. If your Mustang was built in that window, the VIN check below is the way to confirm it is included.
How do I check if my Mustang is part of recall 24V496?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. If recall 24V496 is open on your Mustang, it will be listed there.
The fastest check is NHTSA’s VIN lookup. Type in the 17 characters from your registration or insurance card. Because only some 2024 Mustang vehicles are included, the VIN check is the only reliable way to know. A brand-new recall may take several days to show up.
What should Mustang owners do about recall 24V496?
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 24V496000 applies to your Mustang.
- 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.
- Keep a simple log of any switch and sensor and float symptoms with dates and mileage. Video of a warning light or the problem happening is strong evidence.
- 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 Mustang owners reporting to NHTSA?
Owners have filed 81 complaints with NHTSA about these vehicles since 2020, 7 of them about the brakes.
Since recall 24V496 was reported on June 28, 2024, owners have filed 6 complaints with NHTSA about the brakes on these vehicles. 1 of them (17%) 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 brakes and were received on or after June 28, 2024, 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 1, 2026. Complaints are unverified owner reports and may involve a related brakes issue rather than this exact defect; automated text matching can miss or misread some reports.
NHTSA’s public complaint database lists 81 owner complaints filed since 2020 for the vehicles in this recall, and 7 of them involve the brakes. 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.
- 2024 Ford Mustang: 81 complaints in total, 7 about the brakes
Here is what some owners told NHTSA, in their own words (excerpts, unverified):
The contact owns a 2024 Ford Mustang. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V802000 (Electrical System); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue.
2024 Ford Mustang owner, OH, NHTSA complaint 11637439, filed January 21, 2025
The contact owns a 2024 Ford Mustang. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the brake pedal felt loosened and squeaked while being depressed. The contact stated that occasionally the brake pedal would depress and remain on the floorboard. There was no warning light illuminated.
2024 Ford Mustang owner, TX, NHTSA complaint 11640929, filed February 5, 2025
Automatic breaking engaged too sensitively, the driver infront of me had stopped a few yards away and I was already starting to stop when the vehicle suddenly stopped. The driver behind me almost rear ended me. This was at a green light.
2024 Ford Mustang owner, VA, NHTSA complaint 11675438, filed July 22, 2025
Can recall 24V496 make my Mustang 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.
Owners often ask whether this switch and sensor and float recall means their Mustang qualifies as a lemon. Not by itself. Song-Beverly looks at whether a defect covered by the warranty substantially impairs use, value or safety and was not fixed after a reasonable number of repair attempts (Civ. Code 1793.2(d)).
Brake defects are safety defects. California's lemon law presumption can apply after two repair attempts for a defect likely to cause death or serious injury, when the manufacturer has been notified directly.
A remedy is available. Many vehicles are fixed on the first try. If the problem returns after the recall repair, or the 2024 Ford Mustang has needed other repairs for the same defect, those visits count toward a lemon law claim.
For the first 18 months or 18,000 miles, California presumes the manufacturer had enough chances if the Mustang went in two or more times for a defect likely to cause death or serious injury, four or more times for the same defect, or spent more than 30 days in the shop (Civ. Code 1793.22(b)). Direct notice to the manufacturer is required for some of these. The presumption is a shortcut, not the only path to 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 24V496
Did the recall 24V496 fix work?
Since recall 24V496 was reported on June 28, 2024, owners have filed 6 complaints with NHTSA about the brakes on these vehicles. 1 of them (17%) 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 July 12, 2024.
Is the 24V496000 recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers.
How do I know if my Mustang is part of recall 24V496000?
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 24V496000 (recall report and owner letters are posted there)
- NHTSA complaints and recalls data, accessed October 1, 2026
- California Civil Code 1793.2 and 1793.22
Attorney advertising. America’s Lemon Lawyer is a trade name of Wynn Law Group, APC. Responsible attorney: Jacob Shayesteh, Esq. (SBN 362320). This page is general information, not legal advice. America’s Lemon Lawyer is not affiliated with NHTSA or Ford. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.