2025-2026 Ford Mustang Mach E Lighting Control Module Recall (25V885)
Ford Motor Company · 45,047 vehicles · Reported December 18, 2025
Ford Motor Company is recalling 45,047 2025-2026 Ford Mustang Mach E vehicles. The Light Driver Control Module B (LDCMB) may fail, preventing the turn signals, daytime running lights, low beam, and high beam headlights from illuminating. 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 loss of exterior lighting can reduce the driver's visibility and the visibility of the vehicle to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash. The fix is an over-the-air software update.
Recall 25V885 at a glance
| NHTSA campaign number | 25V885000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer recall number | 25C71 |
| Date reported to NHTSA | December 18, 2025 |
| Manufacturer | Ford Motor Company |
| Vehicles | 2025-2026 Ford Mustang Mach E |
| Units affected | 45,047 |
| Component | Exterior Lighting > Lighting Control Module |
| Safety risk | A loss of exterior lighting can reduce the driver's visibility and the visibility of the vehicle to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash. |
| Fix | Over-the-air software update |
What is wrong with the 2025-2026 Ford Mustang Mach E in recall 25V885?
The Light Driver Control Module B (LDCMB) may fail, preventing the turn signals, daytime running lights, low beam, and high beam headlights from illuminating.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Mustang Mache E vehicles. The Light Driver Control Module B (LDCMB) may fail, preventing the turn signals, daytime running lights, low beam, and high beam headlights from illuminating. 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 2025-2026 Mustang Mach E with recall 25V885?
NHTSA has not told owners to stop driving, but the risk is real: A loss of exterior lighting can reduce the driver's visibility and the visibility of the vehicle to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
NHTSA describes the risk this way: A loss of exterior lighting can reduce the driver's visibility and the visibility of the vehicle to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
There is no do-not-drive order on this campaign. If your Mustang Mach E shows warning lights or behaves differently in a way that involves the lighting control module, have it checked before driving further.
Which vehicles are included in recall 25V885?
Recall 25V885 covers 45,047 vehicles: 2025-2026 Ford Mustang Mach E.
NHTSA lists 45,047 vehicles in this campaign. Not every vehicle of these models and years is included, so check your VIN.
| Model years | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-2026 | Ford | Mustang Mach E |
What is the fix for the Mustang Mach E lighting control module recall?
Yes. The fix is an over-the-air software update.
Ford will release an over-the-air (OTA) update or dealers will update the LDCMB software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 28, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25C71. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning January 12, 2026.
When was recall 25V885 announced?
Ford Motor Company reported recall 25V885 to NHTSA on December 18, 2025. NHTSA lists the owner letter date as January 28, 2026.
| Date | What happened |
|---|---|
| June 6, 2024 | First affected vehicle built (per Ford Motor Company's filing). |
| December 18, 2025 | Ford Motor Company filed the defect report with NHTSA; NHTSA assigned campaign 25V885000. |
| January 28, 2026 | Owner notification letters mailed (per NHTSA). |
This recall was filed 9 months ago. If your Mustang Mach E was built in that window, the VIN check below is the way to confirm it is included.
How do I check if my Mustang Mach E is part of recall 25V885?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. If recall 25V885 is open on your Mustang Mach E, it will be listed there.
Look up your VIN on nhtsa.gov/recalls. If 25V885000 is open on your Mustang Mach E, it will be listed there, along with Ford recall number 25C71. 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 Mustang Mach E owners do about recall 25V885?
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 25V885000 applies to your Mustang Mach E.
- Book the recall appointment with any authorized Ford dealer. Ask up front whether parts are available and how long the vehicle will be there.
- 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 lighting control module 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 problem comes back after the repair, return to the dealer and contact a lemon law attorney.
What are Mustang Mach E owners reporting to NHTSA?
Owners have filed 13 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 25V885 was reported (1) to say whether the fix is holding.
NHTSA’s public complaint database lists 13 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.
- 2025 Ford Mustang Mach E: 12 complaints in total, 0 about the lighting and visibility
- 2026 Ford Mustang Mach E: 1 complaints in total, 1 about the lighting and visibility
Here is what some owners told NHTSA, in their own words (excerpts, unverified):
Description On your vehicle, the integrated park module ipm may not properly engage the park pawl, preventing the vehicle from locking into park when park p is selected. If this condition occurs, a wrench light and shift system fault message will be displayed in the instrument panel cluster.
2026 Ford Mustang Mach E owner, CA, NHTSA complaint 11744350, filed June 15, 2026
Can recall 25V885 make my Mustang Mach E 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.
A recall by itself does not make a car a lemon. Under California's Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act, what matters is whether a defect covered by the warranty substantially impairs the vehicle's use, value or safety, and whether the manufacturer or its dealers fixed it within a reasonable number of attempts (Civ. Code 1793.2(d)).
A headlight, wiper or visibility defect on the 2025-2026 Ford Mustang Mach E can make night or rain driving unsafe, and repeat repairs for the same problem count toward a lemon law claim.
This recall is handled by an over-the-air software update, so many owners never visit a dealer. If the problem returns after the update, take the 2025-2026 Ford Mustang Mach E to the dealer and make sure the visit is written up on a repair order. An update that does not work is still a failed repair.
Earlier campaigns on these vehicles involving the same component: 25V519000.
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.
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.
A software update can count as a repair attempt, especially if you complained about the problem or the update keeps being repeated. I've seen dealers do the same software update five or six times with no 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 25V885
Is the 25V885000 recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers.
When will owners be notified?
According to NHTSA, owner notification letters were or are scheduled to be mailed January 28, 2026.
How do I know if my Mustang Mach E is part of recall 25V885000?
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.
What should I keep for a possible lemon law claim?
Keep every repair order, the recall owner letter, your purchase or lease contract, and notes on dates, mileage and symptoms. Make sure each dealer visit is written up, even when the dealer says it cannot find a problem.
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 25V885000 (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.