2018-2019 Ford F-150 DRL Recall 20V097000

Why This Matters

This Ford F-150 DRL recall addresses a safety concern related to the vehicle's exterior lighting. If the Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) do not dim properly, they can reduce the visibility of other drivers on the road. This reduced visibility increases the risk of a crash.

What's Being Recalled

Ford Motor Company is recalling certain 2018-2019 F-150 trucks. Specifically, this recall affects vehicles equipped with high series LED headlamps that include Autolamp (On/Off) functionality. The issue occurs when the Master Lighting Switch (MLS) is manually rotated from the "Autolamps" position to "Headlamps On," and the DRLs fail to dim to parking lamps as they should.

This condition means the affected vehicles do not comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, which governs "Lamps, Reflective Devices and Associated Equipment."

Manufacturer's Remedy

Ford will notify owners of affected vehicles about this Ford F-150 DRL recall. Dealers will reprogram the body control module (BCM) in the affected trucks. This repair will be performed free of charge to the owner.

The recall began on March 10, 2020. Owners can contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's internal number for this recall is 20C03.

How to Check if Your Vehicle is Affected

If you own a 2018-2019 Ford F-150, especially one with high series LED headlamps and Autolamp functionality, you should confirm if your vehicle is part of this recall. You can contact Ford customer service using the number provided above.

Alternatively, you can visit the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) website at www.safercar.gov or call their Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) and reference NHTSA recall ID 20V097000.

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Source: NHTSA Recall ID: 20V097000