Urgent Ford Recall Alert: Find Out If Your Vehicle Is Affected and What to Do Next

Ford Motor Co. has issued a sweeping safety recall covering 1,075,299 cars, trucks and SUVs in the United States after federal regulators warned that a software defect can cause the rear-view camera image to cut out, sharply raising the risk of back-up collisions and property damage. H2: Which Ford models are affected? • 2022-2024 Expedition and Lincoln Navigator • 2022-2025 Transit vans • 2021-2023 Mustang Mach-E and Lincoln Corsair • 2024 Ranger midsize pickup • 2024-2025 Mustang sports car • Previous-generation Bronco, Escape and Explorer crossovers equipped with the same Digital Vision rear camera module H2: What triggers the recall? The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) says the image processing module can intermittently lose the video feed while the vehicle is in reverse. Drivers suddenly face a blank or distorted screen, eliminating a key safety aid now mandated on all new vehicles. Ford reports one minor crash tied to the glitch but no injuries to date. H2: Fix, timeline and cost Dealers will install updated camera software at no charge. Letters to owners start going out the week of June 17. Concerned drivers can check their Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) immediately at nhtsa.gov or the Ford recall site to confirm eligibility and schedule service. H2: Additional 2025 F-150 steering recall Separately, Ford is calling back 9,181 new-generation F-150 pickups because steering-shaft bolts may have been improperly fastened during assembly, potentially causing a loss of steering control. Dealers will inspect and secure the hardware free of charge. H2: Why this matters for Ford drivers • Rear-view camera failures have been a persistent pain point; Ford recalled 169,000 vehicles for a similar issue in 2023. • Ignoring the software update could leave owners liable in a collision because a remedy is now available at no cost. • Both recalls underscore the importance of registering your VIN with FordPass or through NHTSA so you receive real-time safety notices. H2: How to stay protected 1. Locate your VIN on the driver-side door jamb or insurance card. 2. Enter it on nhtsa.gov/recalls or in the FordPass app. 3. Book an appointment; most camera updates take less than an hour. 4. Keep documentation of completed repairs for warranty and resale purposes. Acting quickly not only restores full camera functionality but also safeguards your vehicle’s resale value and your family’s safety on the road.