Safety Recall NHTSA · 24V496000 Reported June 28, 2024

Brake fluid warning light may stay illuminated

Ford Motor Company · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · 10 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
24V496000
Manufacturer Campaign
24S43
Manufacturer
Component
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Vehicles Affected
10
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
June 28, 2024
Completion Rate
60.00

Defect 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.

Safety Consequence

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

Corrective Action

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.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Ford Motor Company dealer and reference recall ID 24V496000 or campaign 24S43.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 24V496000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 24V496000?

NHTSA recall 24V496000 was issued by Ford Motor Company on June 28, 2024. It addresses: Brake fluid warning light may stay illuminated. The recall affects approximately 10 vehicles, with the defect involving the Service Brakes, Hydraulic component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Ford Motor Company dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 24V496000 or the manufacturer campaign number 24S43. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.