![Ford Recalls 243,000 Maverick Pickups Due to Tail Light Issue: Risk of Dark Lights While Driving](https://media.npr.org/assets/img/2024/05/01/ap24122462832460_wide-77f78a58fc6bc6e20e044e1a9d85634a84732fad.jpg?s=1400&c=100&f=jpeg)
In a significant development, Ford is recalling nearly 243,000 Maverick small pickup trucks in the US due to a potential issue with the tail lights. The problem occurs when a computer falsely detects too much current on one or both of the tail lamps, causing them to stay dark while driving. This condition increases the risk of a crash for affected vehicles. A similar issue with undetected low battery charge affecting hazard light and drive power occurred in Ford Bronco Sports last month, prompting a separate recall. The recall covers certain pickups from the 2022 through 2024 model years. Ford says it has no reports of any crashes or injuries due to the problem. Headlights, turn signals and brake lights will still work. Dealers will update software to fix the problem at no cost to owners, with notification letters being mailed starting May 20.