By John 
Ford Motor Company is recalling more than 45,000 electric vehicles after identifying a potential failure that could affect critical exterior lighting systems, according to information released through federal safety regulators.
The recall covers 45,047 model-year 2025 and 2026 Mustang Mach-E vehicles. The issue involves the Light Driver Control Module B, a component responsible for managing several exterior lighting functions. If the module fails, the vehicle’s turn signals, daytime running lights, low-beam headlights, and high-beam headlights may not illuminate.
Federal safety officials said the defect could cause the vehicles to fall out of compliance with the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard, which sets minimum safety requirements for motor vehicle lighting systems. A loss of exterior lighting or turn signals could reduce vehicle visibility and increase the risk of a crash, particularly during nighttime driving or low-visibility conditions.
The recall was disclosed through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, which oversees vehicle safety recalls in the United States. Ford has assigned the recall identification number 25C71 to the issue.
To address the problem, Ford plans to correct the software controlling the affected module. The fix will be provided either through an over-the-air software update or by having dealerships update the module directly. The repair will be performed at no cost to vehicle owners.
Ford expects to begin notifying owners about the safety risk later this month. Interim notification letters are scheduled to be mailed by Jan. 30, 2026. A second notification will be sent once the software remedy is fully available, which Ford anticipates will occur in April 2026.
Vehicle owners will be able to check whether their specific vehicle is included in the recall by searching their Vehicle Identification Number. VINs associated with the recall are expected to be searchable on NHTSA’s website beginning Jan. 12, 2026.
The Mustang Mach-E is one of Ford’s flagship electric vehicles and has played a central role in the company’s broader electric vehicle strategy. While no injuries or crashes related to the issue have been reported in the information provided, the recall reflects ongoing efforts by automakers and regulators to address potential safety risks before they result in harm.
Ford has not announced any changes to production or sales of the affected vehicles beyond the recall action.
Shawn Henry 
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