Ford Recalls Over 100,000 Top-Selling Vehicles Over Safety Concerns
Ford has recalled a lot of cars—about 1,075,299 in the U.S.—because a software bug makes rear-view cameras not work right.
The issue is that the rear-view camera display can freeze, lag, or not show an image at all when the car is put in reverse. That is plainly dangerous because drivers can’t see what’s behind them well.
Models That Were Affected
The recall includes a lot of Ford and Lincoln models that are still popular, particularly from the last several model years. Some of the biggest groups that are affected include:
| Model | Model Years | Approx. Number of Vehicles Affected |
|---|---|---|
| F-150 (Ford) | 2021-2024 | ~527,371 |
| Edge (Ford) | 2021-2024 | ~157,506 |
| Transit (Ford) | 2022-2025 | ~136,968 |
| Bronco (Ford) | 2021-2024 | ~104,394 |
The F-Series Super Duty (various), Lincoln Nautilus, Expedition, Escape, Mustang, Ranger, Navigator, Corsair, and Mustang Mach-E are some of the other vehicles.
What Happened and How to Fix It
- The problem occurs with some versions of Ford’s infotainment/display module software, notably the “Accessory Protocol Interface Module” (APIM) software.
- Ford acknowledged the problem after getting complaints and having experts recreate the problem.
- Owners will get free software upgrades to fix issue. These updates will be sent over the air (OTA) if possible, or they can go to a dealership.
- Owners are getting letters about the problem. The first safety alert went out in mid-June, and the entire repairs are expected to be ready by the third quarter of 2025.
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What this means
- Safety risk: There haven’t been many reports of wrecks or major injuries linked to this problem (other than one minor crash that caused property damage), but the fact that you might not be able to see what’s behind you is a big worry.
- Scale and Reputation: This is one of Ford’s biggest recalls in a long time. Because it affects so many models, it isn’t limited to just one sort of vehicle or part.
- Cost and logistics: OTA updates make things easier, but if a car or setup can’t handle OTA upgrades, it will need to go to a dealership, which takes time and money.
What Owners Should Do
If you have a Ford or Lincoln car, here’s what you should look for:
- Check Ford’s website, the NHTSA recall lookup, or call your dealer to see if your car is on the list of impacted vehicles.
- If it is, wait for the letter that will tell you what to do.
- Set up the free software upgrade as soon as you can, either through OTA (if your car can handle it) or at a dealership.
- Be extra careful when backing up until the problem is rectified. Make sure your mirrors are clear, examine your surrounds by hand, and so on, especially in tight places.
In conclusion
This recall shows that modern cars, especially those with complicated software systems, are more likely to have problems not just with physical parts but also with software and digital systems. For big car companies like Ford, these kinds of recalls are bad for business and for people’s trust.
I can pull out a comprehensive list of the impacted VINs, models, and nations (if they’re not in the US) so you can check your own car if you like. Should I do that?
