CarRecallWatch- Component
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY
- Problem
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023 F-150 Lightning vehicles. The fasteners that secure the junction box bus bars inside the high-voltage battery pack may not have been tightened securely, which can cause electrical arcing at the busbars.
- Risk
- Electrical arcing increases the risk of a fire. In addition, a loss of drive power may occur, which can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and repair the busbar fasteners and replace any damaged components as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 31, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S11.
- 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.
What this recall means for you
Some 2023 model year electric trucks may have fasteners securing the junction box bus bars inside the high-voltage battery pack that were not tightened securely. This can allow electrical arcing at the busbars.
Arcing increases the risk of a fire. A loss of drive power may also occur, which raises the risk of a crash. Owners should take this recall seriously and arrange a repair promptly.
Dealers will inspect and repair the busbar fasteners and replace any damaged components as needed, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 31, 2024. You can also check your VIN for open recalls and contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Ford F-150 Lightning BEV | 2023 |
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