The Ford F-150 Lightning The electric pickup has been recalled due to an issue that may cause the backup lights to work intermittently or fail completely.
“Due to a manufacturing defect, moisture may enter the taillight bar assembly. This may cause the backup lights to stop working or flicker intermittently,” the recall notice states.
“If traffic behind does not recognize that the vehicle is reversing, the risk of an accident resulting in serious injury or death to vehicle occupants and/or other road users could increase.”
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- In total 2 vehicles are affected, produced from 2021 to 2023
- The list of vehicle identification numbers (VIN) is attached here
- The original recall notice is attached here
The F-150 Lightning is not sold locally by Ford Australia, but is imported and converted to right-hand drive by local company AUSEV, which backs each vehicle with a five-year, unlimited mileage warranty.
“Owners of affected vehicles should contact their respective dealer to schedule an appointment to have their vehicle inspected and repaired free of charge,” the company said in the recall notice.
If you have any further questions, you can contact AUSEV on 1300 911 294.
The electric F-150 Lightning will be replaced by a range-extended electric vehicle (EREV), although as with the previous model, Ford Australia has not yet confirmed the new-generation Lightning for our market.
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