Safety Recall NHTSA · 09V150000 Reported May 5, 2009

Brake stop lamp switch adjustment/fmvss 108

Ford Motor Company · Exterior Lighting · 8,735 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
09V150000
Manufacturer Campaign
09C07
Manufacturer
Component
Exterior Lighting
Vehicles Affected
8,735
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
May 5, 2009

Defect Summary

Ford is recalling 8,735 my 2009 f-150 trucks for failing to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." the brake stop lamp switch may be improperly adjusted. This may result in a delay in brake stop lamp illumination when the brake pedal is depressed. in situations of very mild brake application, the brake stop lamps may not illuminate.

Safety Consequence

Delay or loss of brake stop lamp function may increase the risk of an accident.

Corrective Action

Dealers will inspect and have the brake stop lamp switch removed and reinstalled which will provide proper adjustment. the remedy will be performed free of charge. the recall began on may 13, 2009. owners may contact ford motor company customer relationship center at 1-866-436-7332 or through the internet at www.ownerconnection.com.

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 09V150000 or campaign 09C07.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 09V150000

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

What is recall 09V150000?

NHTSA recall 09V150000 was issued by Ford Motor Company on May 5, 2009. It addresses: Brake stop lamp switch adjustment/fmvss 108. The recall affects approximately 8,735 vehicles, with the defect involving the Exterior Lighting component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Ford Motor Company dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 09V150000 or the manufacturer campaign number 09C07. 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.