Exterior lighting: headlightsRecall 23V-596 · 2023 Ford Edge

Ford Motor Company recall 23V-596 covers 8,523 2023 Ford Edge for a exterior lighting: headlights problem, reported to NHTSA on August 25, 2023. The manufacturer's latest report (2025 Q3) shows 88% of affected vehicles repaired.

88%
Vehicles repaired7,515 of 8,523 · 2025 Q3
Vehicles affected8,5231 model
ReportedAug 25, 2023Owners notified Oct 9, 2023
Complaints since1Same system, after the recall

Source: NHTSA recall 23V596000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.

What's wrong

The problem

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023 Edge vehicles. The front right headlight may be too bright or aimed incorrectly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

The risk

A headlight that is too bright or aimed incorrectly may cause a glare to other road users, increasing the risk of a crash.

What to do

The fix

Dealers will inspect and replace the right headlight assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 9, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23C26.

Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Repair progress

How fast cars are being fixed

88%repaired

Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA. 53 vehicles were listed as unreachable.

0%50%100%2023 Q42025 Q3
1 model

Vehicles in this recall