Ford Recalls 1.74 Million SUVs Due to Rear Camera Issues

by Michael Strong

Published: March 6th, 2026

ford recalls 1 74 million suvs due to rear camera issues

Through two separate actions, Ford Motor Co. recalled 1.74 million late model Ford and Lincoln sport-utility vehicles due to problems with the images displayed from the rear cameras.

In the first action, Ford recalled selected 849,310 Ford Broncos from 2021 to 2016 and 2021-2024 Ford Edge models. On the affected SUVs, a module may “experience a temporary thermal shutdown.” During the 5-minute period of the shutdown, the rear-view camera image cannot be displayed.

The blank screen means drivers cannot see behind them when the vehicle is in reverse, increasing the chances of a crash. Ford said in the report to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, it is unaware of any crashes or injuries related to the issue.

The automaker believes a software update will resolve the problem, but it hasn’t finished the new software yet. Once it is complete and available for installation, the company will inform owners by mail with directions on what to do next.

In a separate recall, the company says 889,950 select 2020-2022 Ford Escape and Lincoln Corsair models as well as 2020-2024 Lincoln Aviators have a software problem that could result in a flipped or inverted image on the vehicle’s touchscreen right after ignition.

“This may result in the image displayed having inverted or flipped buttons, camera guidelines, and the rearview camera image while in reverse gear,” Ford officials told NHTSA in a report.

The incorrect image could increase the risk of a crash, although the company said it’s unaware of any crashes or injuries due to the problem. However, there have been over 800 warranty claims made related to the problem.

As is the case for the first recall, the updated software is not yet available. However, it is expected to be ready sometime before the end of June. Once its ready, Ford will inform owners about scheduling a visit to their nearest Ford or Lincoln dealer for the free repair.

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Michael Strong

Michael Strong has spent more than 25 years writing about the automotive industry. A Detroit-area native, he’s written about everything from local car shows to product reviews to financial news. Currently he writes and edits for a variety of national and local publications. He’s also a longtime member of the Automotive Press Association and the International Motor Press Association, and a graduate of Georgia Southern University. Hail Southern! Despite a love for ’70s land yachts and BMWs from the late ’80s and early ’90s, his personal vehicle is neither of those.

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Stellantis Guy on Mar 06, 2026

NEPOTISM IS THE BEST!!

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The Oracle on Mar 08, 2026

Poor Ford must have one heckuva warranty reserve.

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