Recall 25V885 affects 45,047 2025-2026 Ford Mustang Mach E vehicles for exterior-lighting failure. Ford updates the LDCMB software for free.
Ford is recalling 45,047 2025-2026 Mustang Mach E vehicles because the Light Driver Control Module B can fail, leaving turn signals, daytime running lights, and headlights dark. A loss of exterior lighting reduces driver visibility and makes the vehicle harder for other drivers to see, increasing crash risk, and the dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The passenger-side LED Driver Control Module B on the 2025-2026 Ford Mustang Mach E controls the exterior lighting on that side of the vehicle. It tells the turn signal, daytime running light, low beam, and high beam headlight when to illuminate. It also talks with the vehicle over the Controller Area Network bus, the wiring network that lets electronic modules share commands.
On affected vehicles, a faulted Non-Volatile Memory component inside the module stops the module from rebooting correctly. When the module hangs, it stops communicating with the rest of the vehicle. The lights tied to that module then fail to illuminate, which is why Ford updated the software so a memory fault does not keep the module locked up.
Drivers will see an "Advanced Front Lighting Feature Temporarily Unavailable" warning in the instrument panel cluster. The turn signal indicator also fast flashes in the cluster when the turn signal is commanded.
Who's affected?
Covers the 2025 and 2026 model years, both tied to the same passenger-side lighting control module.
| 2025 Ford Mustang Mach E | Lighting control module |
|---|---|
| 2026 Ford Mustang Mach E | Lighting control module |
| Units affected | 45,047 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged 1 field incident to date. |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether this recall applies to your specific crossover.
What's the safety risk?
Exterior lighting loss reduces your ability to see and makes the vehicle harder for other drivers to see, increasing crash risk. Watch for an "Advanced Front Lighting Feature Temporarily Unavailable" message or a turn signal indicator that flashes faster than normal. If either appears, use extra caution and contact a Ford dealer. Repair will be free at any franchised Ford dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2025-2026 Ford Mustang Mach E is included in this recall.
- Check your mail for Ford's January 28, 2026 owner letter, or call Ford customer service if you did not receive it.
- Contact a franchised Ford dealer and ask whether the free LDCMB software update is ready for your VIN.
- Reference recall number 25V885 when you call, and explain that the LDCMB failure affects the turn signals, daytime running lights, and headlights.
- Drive with extra caution until the update is complete, especially at night or in low-visibility conditions.
What happens at the repair
Ford has identified the repair as a software update. Once the remedy is available, Ford will send an over the air update or a Ford technician will update the LDCMB software at the dealer. The update is free under the recall. The LDCMB controls exterior lighting functions tied to turn signals, daytime running lights, low beams, and high beams, so the repair focuses on restoring proper module operation. Ford used its standard reimbursement plan for this campaign. If you already paid out of pocket for a related LDCMB software repair, bring documentation to the dealer or contact Ford customer service to claim reimbursement.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| December 18, 2025 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| January 12, 2026 | Dealer notification began |
| January 12, 2026 | Dealer notification ended |
| January 12, 2026 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| January 28, 2026 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 25V885?
Recall 25V885 covers 45,047 2025-2026 Ford Mustang Mach E vehicles with a Light Driver Control Module B defect. NHTSA campaign 25V885 says the module can fail and stop the turn signals, daytime running lights, low beams, and high beams from illuminating.
What should I do if my 2025-2026 Ford Mustang Mach E is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 25V885. If it is, contact a franchised Ford dealer or Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332 and reference Ford recall number 25C71. The remedy is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. For recall 25V885, Ford will provide an over-the-air update or a dealer LDCMB software update free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
NHTSA campaign 25V885 says loss of exterior lighting can reduce the driver's visibility and make the vehicle harder for other drivers to see, increasing crash risk. The free repair updates the LDCMB software so the affected exterior lights illuminate properly.
When did Ford mail owner notices for this recall?
Ford mailed owner notification letters on January 28, 2026. VINs became searchable for this recall on January 12, 2026. If you bought the vehicle used or never received a letter, check your VIN and reference Ford recall number 25C71 when you contact the dealer.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/25V885000 |
|---|---|
| Ford customer service | 1-866-436-7332 |
| NHTSA recall # | 25V885 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 25V885000 |
Source documents
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Download Quarterly Report (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 19, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →