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Ford Edge Recall 23V596: Right headlight may glare or aim wrong, raising crash risk

NHTSA campaign 23V596, reported August 25, 2023, 8,523 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

The front right headlight on certain 2023 vehicles may be too bright or aimed incorrectly, so the vehicles do not meet federal lighting requirements under FMVSS 108.

A headlight that is too bright or misaimed can glare into the eyes of other drivers and road users, which increases the risk of a crash.

Authorized dealers will inspect the right headlight assembly and replace it if needed, at no cost to you. Owner notification letters were mailed October 9, 2023. To check whether your vehicle is included, look up your VIN for open recalls, or contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332 (Ford recall number 23C26).

Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle

The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 23V596Ford Motor Company
Component
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Problem
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."
Risk
A headlight that is too bright or aimed incorrectly may cause a glare to other road users, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
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.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Affected vehicles

Ford Edge2023