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2024 Ford Mustang recall — NHTSA 24V496000

Ford Motor Company · 24V496000 · NHTSA source

Informational only. ProductGuru indexes the public NHTSA Vehicle Recalls register as a finding aid. Consult the manufacturer or an authorised dealer for the official remedy status for your specific VIN. For the authoritative record, visit nhtsa.gov campaign 24V496000. If your vehicle is subject to a "Park It / Park Outside" advisory, contact your dealer immediately.

Identity

NHTSA Campaign Number
24V496000
Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
Make
Ford
Model
Mustang
Model year(s)
2024
Affected component
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:BRAKE FLUID LOW WARNING:SWITCH/SENSOR/FLOAT
Report received

Summary

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024 Mustang vehicles. The brake fluid level sensor may not be properly configured after a Body Control Module (BCM) service update, resulting in a constantly illuminated brake fluid level warning light that can conceal a low brake fluid condition.

Source: NHTSA campaign 24V496000

Consequence

An undetected low brake fluid condition can lead to a loss of braking function, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will update the body control module (BCM) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 12, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S43.

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.

Provenance

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration · campaign 24V496000 · verify on nhtsa.gov. Dataset: NHTSA Vehicle Recalls register.

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