The Ford Recall has made headlines again after Ford Motor Company sent out urgent notifications to more than one million vehicle owners across the United States. This Ford recall has a serious safety issue with respect to faulty software in the rearview camera system, which may result in a lagging, freezing, or a complete failure to show video when in reverse. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), this major defect creates a considerable risk of an accident, posing this Ford recall to be weighed among the most pressing automotive safety concerns in 2025. About 1,075,000-plus diverse models, from popular trucks to luxurious SUVs, are part of the Ford recalls, demonstrating the scale of influence and establishing the urgency of having reliable vehicle software systems.
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Models and Years in This Recall Affected by Ford
The Ford recall includes at least some major models manufactured between 2021 and 2025. The recalls include Bronco, F-150, Edge (2021-2024), and Escape, Corsair, F-250, F-350, F-450, F-550, and F-600 (2023-2024).Also in the Ford recalls list is the 2022-2024 Expedition, Navigator, Transit (2022-2025), and 2021-2023 Mustang Mach-E. The recall also covers certain vehicles affected such as this year’s Ranger, 2024 Mustang, and 2024 Lincoln Nautilus. Such a long list shows just how many American drivers are affected by the Ford recalls and underlines the importance of staying informed and acting on time.
Rearview Camera Software Issue Explained
The central problem in this Ford recalls is with the accessory protocol interface module (APIM). The software platform which controls the vehicle’s infotainment and display systems. Due to a bug in the APIM, the rearview camera feed may not show up correctly or at all when reversing. The Ford recall was initiated because this defect could make parking or reversing hazardous. The company plans to address this with an over-the-air software update, meaning affected drivers won’t need to visit a dealership. The problem as identified is absolutely corrected under recall by Ford without charging a dime. This shows how Ford recall efforts are adapting to modern, software-driven car components.
While NHTSA anticipates that the owners will begin receiving letters about the Ford recall no later than June 16, 2025. A second letter will also be dispatched for the software fix, expected in the third quarter of 2025. The install of the Ford recall update will occur automatically, with a dealer visit if required. Ford is encouraging vehicle owners to check their vehicle eligibility for the Ford recall through either its official webpage or by calling customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Dedicated support is being offered to all who are impacted by the Ford recall. With a focus on safety and convenience.
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Final Note to Owners
So if you get a Ford recall notice or drive an affected model. Do act the moment the update becomes available. The Ford recall is of utmost importance to protect drivers and passengers. With an increasing number of cars relying on complex software. Events like the Ford recall remind us all to stay updated and informed.
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