Ford Motor Company has recalled 1.9 million vehicles globally due to faulty rear-view cameras. The cameras may show a blank or distorted image when the vehicle is in reverse. This can reduce the driver’s view and increase the risk of a crash.
The recall covers vehicles from the 2015 to 2019 model years, including:
- Lincoln MKC and Lincoln Navigator
- Mustang
- F-Series trucks (F-250, F-350, F-450, F-550)
- Expedition, Edge
- Transit, Transit Connect
- Econoline and Ranger
About 1.45 million of these vehicles are in the United States, 122,000 in Canada, and 300,000 in other markets.
Safety Concerns and Warranty Claims
Ford has received 44,123 warranty claims worldwide related to this issue. There have been 18 reported accidents, but no injuries. The company is urging owners to visit licensed Ford or Lincoln dealerships for free inspections. Faulty cameras will be replaced at no cost.
A Continuing Issue
This is not the first recall for Ford over rear-view camera problems. In April, 160,000 vehicles from the 2015 model year were recalled. Earlier, the company recalled 620,246 vehicles in 2020, and expanded the recall in 2022 and March 2024.
In November, Ford agreed to a $165 million civil penalty after the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) found that previous recalls were not done promptly.
Meanwhile, Canadian auto parts supplier Magna International is recalling more than 250,000 rear-view cameras in select Ford and Stellantis vehicles.
What Owners Should Do
Owners of affected vehicles should schedule an inspection at a Ford or Lincoln dealership as soon as possible. Replacing the faulty camera is free and helps prevent potential accidents.
