Ford has issued a safety recall for 198,482 of its trucks and SUVs in the U.S. over a faulty rearview camera system. The camera’s video feed can fail, leaving drivers with a blank screen when in reverse and increasing the risk of a crash.
The recall targets several of the automaker’s most popular vehicles. It includes certain 2020 through 2023 Ford Explorer and Lincoln Aviator SUVs, along with 2020-2022 Lincoln Corsair SUVs. Also covered are specific 2020-2022 Ford F-150, F-250, F-350, and F-450 trucks equipped with the optional 360-degree camera system. The defect can prevent the rear-facing image from being displayed as required by federal law.
According to documents filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the root cause is a failure of the camera’s video output. This malfunction directly violates Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 111, which mandates that all new light vehicles provide drivers with a clear view behind the vehicle when reversing. A blank screen leaves drivers without this critical safety feature.
In its report to safety regulators, Ford stated it has received over 2,000 warranty claims related to the camera failure. The company is also aware of 17 minor crashes that may be linked to the issue. Fortunately, Ford confirmed that it has received no reports of injuries resulting from the defect. The high number of warranty reports prompted the investigation that led to this formal recall.
For affected owners, the solution is a complete replacement of the rearview camera. Ford and Lincoln dealers will perform this service free of charge. The company expects to begin notifying owners via first-class mail on June 26. However, owners who are already experiencing a blank or flickering rearview camera display do not need to wait for the official notice and can contact their local dealer to schedule a repair. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) can also be checked for recall status on the NHTSA website.
This action is the latest in a series of recalls for Ford, which has led all automakers in the number of U.S. recalls for the past few years, often for issues related to electronic components. What to watch next is whether the investigation expands to include other Ford or Lincoln models that may use the same camera hardware but are not yet part of this specific recall campaign.
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