2022–2023 Lightning Emotors FT3-120, 2021–2022 Lightning Emotors FT3-40, 2021–2023 Lightning Emotors FT3-80 Recall: Instrument cluster may not activate the "Brake," "Park," and "ABS"…
NHTSA campaign 23V678000 · Electrical System · filed Oct 9, 2023 · verified Jul 30, 2026
The defect
Lightning eMotors Inc. (Lightning eMotors) is recalling certain 2021-2022 FT3-40, 2021-2023 FT3-80, and 2022-2023 FT3-120 vehicles. The instrument cluster may not activate the "Brake," "Park," and "ABS" indicator warning lights during the light function check when the ignition is turned to the "on" (run) position. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 105, "Hydraulic and Electric Brake Systems."
The risk
Failure to illuminate the indicator warning lights during vehicle startup may not properly notify the driver of system failures, increasing the risk of a crash.
Check whether your specific vehicle is affected
Recall campaigns often cover only certain VIN ranges. Enter your VIN on the official NHTSA site to confirm whether your vehicle is included and whether the repair is still open.
Check VIN on NHTSA →The fix — what to do
Dealers will update the software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed December 1, 2023. Owners may contact Lightning eMotors customer service at 1-970-744-7241.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Affected vehicles
| Make | Model | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| Lightning Emotors | FT3-120 | 2022, 2023 |
| Lightning Emotors | FT3-40 | 2021, 2022 |
| Lightning Emotors | FT3-80 | 2021, 2022, 2023 |
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Source: NHTSA recall database, campaign 23V678000. Data last verified Jul 30, 2026.