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Automotive · Japan · 2025-10-31

Ford Lincoln Navigator LED approach lamp circuit board design issue

Country	Japan
Category	Automotive
Published	2025-10-31
Manufacturer	Ford Motor Company
Models affected	Lincoln Navigator
Units affected	44
Defect	In the internal circuit board of the LED approach lamp in the left side mirror, due to insufficient design consideration, gaps or cracks may form in the potting material (insulating material) during use, allowing water or moisture to penetrate due to rain, etc., leading to corrosion. Consequently, if use is continued, a short circuit may occur, causing heat generation, and in the worst case, there is a risk of fire.
Recall number	外-4098
Official notice	View source ↗

What this means for sellers

Likely platform / channel actions	OEMs/dealers will run the remedy (repair, replace or refund); component suppliers in the chain may face traceback.
Self-check for comparable products	Check your comparable products' design, materials and QC records against the defect described here.
Rules & standards likely involved	the destination market's product-safety rules and mandatory standards

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