2013 Ford Fusion recalled for faulty headlight lens

The redesigned 2013 Ford Fusion, recalled earlier this week for potential fires in the 1.6-liter engine, is now being recalled for a headlight fix. The headlights don’t meet the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration says that an improperly cured projector coating will become hazy, reducing the brightness of the low-beam lamp. Visibility may decrease over time, which could cause a crash. NHTSA and Ford say that 19,106 vehicles are affected. All the cars were built between Feb. 3 and Oct. 20.

Ford will start notifying owners next week, and dealers will replace the headlight assembly free of charge. Concerned owners can call the NHTSA hotline at (888) 327-4236 or Ford’s Customer Relationship Center at (866) 436-7332. Alternately, they can go to www.safercar.gov for more information.

By Jake Lingeman