Ford Recalls 1.74 Million Cars Due to Rearview Camera Problems
Ford has announced two recalls impacting approximately 1.74 million vehicles in the United States due to issues with rearview camera displays. This announcement was made following reports from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).
Details of the Ford Recalls
The recalls involve certain models produced between 2021 and 2026. The affected vehicles include:
- 2021-2026 Ford Broncos
- 2021-2024 Ford Edges
- 2020-2022 Ford Escapes
- 2020-2022 Lincoln Corsairs
- 2020-2024 Lincoln Aviators
- 2020-2024 Lincoln Explorers
Specifically, the recall addresses issues such as:
- An overheating internal component in the infotainment system of Broncos and Edges, which may lead to shut down the rearview display when reversing.
- A potentially flipped or inverted rearview image in Escapes, Corsairs, Aviators, and Explorers.
Impact and Response
In total, the recalls cover:
- 849,310 Broncos and Edges
- 889,950 Escapes, Corsairs, Aviators, and Explorers
Ford estimates that all of these vehicles may have the defects. Fortunately, there are currently no reports of injuries or accidents related to either issue, according to NHTSA documents. However, the NHTSA has alerted drivers that these problems could elevate the risk of crashes.
Actions for Vehicle Owners
For owners of the affected Bronco and Edge models, Ford will provide a free software update for the Accessory Protocol Interface Module (APIM). Notification letters are expected to be sent out by the end of the month. Owners can choose to receive the fix at their dealership or via an over-the-air update.
Currently, a solution for the issues affecting Escapes, Corsairs, Aviators, and Explorers is still being developed. Interim notification letters outlining safety risks will be mailed in the coming months.
For further information, drivers are encouraged to visit the NHTSA website or use Ford’s online recall lookup with their vehicle’s VIN. Additional inquiries can be directed to Ford’s customer service line at 1-866-436-7332.
