Shocking fault could leave your car almost invisible at night—check your vehicle now!

You loved the roar of your car and the thrill of the open road.

But what if a hidden fault meant other drivers couldn’t see you in the dark?

Suddenly, your evening cruise became far more dangerous than you ever imagined.

Ford recall affects 7,222 vehicles

When Ford announced a major safety recall this week, owners of 7,222 Mustangs built between 2022 and 2025 were left uneasy.

The problem centres on the Body Control Module (BCM), a critical component that many drivers had never heard of, yet it controls your car’s exterior lights.

Ford found that a manufacturing defect made the BCM vulnerable to water damage, which could render your tail-lights, side markers, and licence-plate lamps unreliable.

Risks of BCM failure

Water ingress into the BCM can leave other motorists unable to see your vehicle at night or in poor light conditions, dramatically increasing the risk of accidents.

Everyday drives home from dinners or social outings could suddenly become high-risk scenarios for Mustang owners.

Which vehicles are affected

All Mustangs manufactured from 2022 to 2025 were affected, including GT and EcoBoost models, convertibles, and special editions.

Owners can check if their vehicle is included by using the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) on ownership papers or near the base of the windshield.

Ford has published a full list of affected VINs accessible via their customer service.

Ford Australia promised to contact all affected owners and arrange repairs through authorised dealerships at no cost.

Even if you haven’t received a recall letter yet, contacting Ford Customer Care directly with your VIN ensures you won’t be left waiting.

This was not Ford’s first BCM-related issue; previous recalls included brake fluid warning light failures.

While no accidents or injuries were reported, the frequency of BCM faults underlines the importance of monitoring this component.

Until repairs were completed, experts recommended extra caution: drive carefully at night or in poor weather, maintain a greater following distance, postpone non-essential evening trips, and park in well-lit areas.

Repair involved either replacing or fixing the faulty BCM to restore full functionality to the lighting system, typically completed within a few hours depending on parts availability and appointment demand.

Your rights and safety

Owners were reminded that safety recalls were legally binding obligations, not goodwill gestures, meaning there should be no charges, regardless of warranty status or service history.

Any resistance from dealerships could be escalated through Ford’s customer service or the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission.

If the recent Mustang recall has you thinking about vehicle safety, it’s worth seeing how similar issues have affected other popular models.

Recalls like this highlight the importance of staying informed and checking if your own car could be at risk.

Here’s another real-life example that shows why taking action promptly can make all the difference on the road.

Read more: Important car safety alert: Two popular models recalled over serious risks

Have you checked whether your Mustang is safe to drive at night?