Ford Recalls 1.9 Million Vehicles Over Camera Defect
Ford announces a recall on over 1.9 million vehicles due to a faulty rear camera. See if your vehicle is impacted, and what to do next.
Ford’s Global Recall Impacts Millions
Ford Motor Company has announced a recall of nearly 1.9 million vehicles due to a defect in rear-view cameras that may display distorted, flipped, or blank images, posing a serious safety risk while reversing. This is Ford’s fourth major camera-related recall since 2020. In 2024, the company paid a $165 million fine for delays in addressing similar defects.
What is the Cause of the Recall?
The malfunctioning cameras violate federal safety standards and have been linked to over 44,000 warranty claims and 18 reported accidents. No injuries have been reported in relation to the faulty cameras.
Which Models Are Recalled?
Reuters reports the recall affects numerous Ford and Lincoln models built between 2015 and 2019, including:
- F-Series Pickup Trucks: F-250, F-350,F-450, F-550
- Mustang
- Edge
- Expedition
- Ranger
- Transit
- Econoline
- Lincoln MKC
- Lincoln Navigator
The recall affects 1.5 million vehicles across the U.S. and over 422,000 vehicles across Canada and other foreign markets.
What Should Owners Do Right Now?
According to the NHTSA recall notices will begin mailing out September 22.Your local Ford Dealer will inspect and replace faulty cameras at no cost.
To see if your vehicle is impacted by this recall, you can check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Owners can also contact Ford Customer Service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford’s number for this recall is 25S89.
