Recall 25V315000
NHTSA safety recall campaign 25V315000. Component: BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE. 1,076,138 units potentially affected.
Risk Summary (Consequence)
A frozen or missing rearview camera image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Defect Summary
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Bronco, F-150, 2021-2024 Edge, 2022-2025 Escape, F-250, F-350, F-450, F-550, F-600, 2022-2024 Expedition, 2022-2025 Transit, 2021-2023 Mach-E, 2024 Ranger, Mustang, 2021-2023 Lincoln Nautilus, 2022-2024 Navigator, and 2023-2024 Corsair vehicles. A software error may cause the rearview camera image to delay, freeze, or not display when the vehicle is in reverse.
Remedy
The accessory protocol interface module (APIM) software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air update, free of charge. This will be a phased campaign, with the remedy becoming available in different phases based on model and model years. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed on June 26, 2025. Additional letters will be mailed once the final remedy is available on each phase. Owner notification letters were sent on October 8, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S49.
Key Dates
Affected Vehicles
Other FORD MOTOR COMPANY Recalls
Recent campaigns from the same manufacturer (last 3 years)
Recent FORD MOTOR COMPANY Recalls
| Campaign | Report Date | Component | Makes | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26V165000 | Mar 18, 2026 | BACK OVER PREVENTION | FORD, LINCOLN | 254,640 |
| 26V157000 | Mar 17, 2026 | VISIBILITY | FORD | 323 |
| 26V155000 | Mar 17, 2026 | EXTERIOR LIGHTING | FORD | 2,422 |
| 26V159000 | Mar 17, 2026 | SEAT BELTS | FORD, LINCOLN | 561 |
| 26V158000 | Mar 17, 2026 | FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL | FORD | 7,105 |
| 26V119000 | Mar 3, 2026 | POWER TRAIN | FORD | 11,431 |
| 26V118000 | Mar 3, 2026 | BACK OVER PREVENTION | FORD | 316 |
| 26V117000 | Mar 3, 2026 | VISIBILITY | FORD, LINCOLN | 604,533 |
| 26V123000 | Mar 3, 2026 | BACK OVER PREVENTION | FORD, LINCOLN | 889,950 |
| 26V122000 | Mar 3, 2026 | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | FORD, LINCOLN | 47,804 |
Recalls Affecting the Same Makes
Campaigns touching FORD, LINCOLN from other manufacturers (last 3 years)
Same-Make Recall Activity
| Campaign | Report Date | Manufacturer | Component | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 25V876000 | Dec 17, 2025 | ROLLX VANS | EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY:WHEELCHAIR RESTRAINTS/SECUREMENT:LATCH/ANCHOR: | 86 |
| 23V499000 | Jul 19, 2023 | QUALITY VANS | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS | 10 |
Consumer Complaints Referencing This Campaign
NHTSA complaints whose narratives mention 25V315000
Referencing Complaints
| Complaint ID | Incident Date | Vehicle | Component | Narrative Snippet |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2192836 | Feb 7, 2026 | 2024 FORD ESCAPE | BACK OVER PREVENTION | The contact owns a 2024 Ford Escape. The contact stated that the radio display turned off while driving and while the ve… |
| 2174354 | Dec 12, 2025 | 2021 FORD EDGE | BACK OVER PREVENTION | The contact owns a 2021 Ford Edge. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V315000 (Back Over Prev… |
| 2147404 | Nov 10, 2025 | 2023 FORD TRANSIT | BACK OVER PREVENTION | The contact owns a 2023 Ford Transit. The contact stated that while attempting to reverse, the rearview 360° camera beca… |
| 2155531 | Oct 18, 2025 | 2022 FORD EDGE | BACK OVER PREVENTION | The contact owns a 2022 Ford Edge. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V315000 (Back Over Prev… |
| 2135649 | Sep 29, 2025 | 2023 FORD TRANSIT | BACK OVER PREVENTION | The contact owns a 2023 Ford Transit. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V315000 (BACK OVER P… |
| 2158624 | Sep 18, 2025 | 2024 LINCOLN CORSAIR | BACK OVER PREVENTION | The contact owns a 2024 Lincoln Corsair. The contact stated that upon attempting to purchase the brand-new vehicle on Se… |
| 2129009 | Sep 10, 2025 | 2021 LINCOLN NAUTILUS | BACK OVER PREVENTION | The contact owns a 2021 Lincoln Nautilus. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V315000 (Back Ov… |
| 2187669 | Sep 4, 2025 | 2021 FORD F-150 | BACK OVER PREVENTION | The contact owns a 2021 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while reversing, the camera became inoperable and blank, and… |
| 2124875 | Aug 28, 2025 | 2024 FORD TRANSIT | BACK OVER PREVENTION | The contact owns a 2024 Ford Transit. The contact stated that he was unable to rent the vehicle on Turo. The contact rec… |
| 2121646 | Aug 18, 2025 | 2022 FORD EDGE | BACK OVER PREVENTION | The contact owns a 2022 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the rearview camera became inop… |
How to Act on This Recall
- Owners: Contact your authorized dealer to schedule the remedy at no cost. Remedy is covered under 49 U.S.C. 30120.
- Fleets: Use the Fleet Recall Checker to scan your VIN list against this and other open campaigns.
- Looking up a specific VIN? Check VIN against NHTSA for open recalls on that vehicle.
- NHTSA contact: Vehicle Safety Hotline 1-888-327-4236.