Ford recalls 200,000 vehicles due to malfunctioning rear camera software
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Ford Motor Company The company announces it is recalling more than 200,000 vehicles due to software malfunctions that could cause rear-camera to break down, increasing the risk of crashes and the risk of injury.
According to a recall notification posted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), vehicle manufacturers are recalling 200,061 vehicles, including a specific 2018-2022 Transit Connect. 2019-2020 MKZ, Edge, Continental, F-150, Nautilus, and Fusion; 2019-2023 Ranger and Mustang. 2020-2021 Ecosport, Expedition and Navigator; 2020-2022 Escape, F-250 SD and Corsair; 2020-2023 Aviators and Transits. 2020-2024 Explorer; 2021-2024 Bronco Sports. 2022-2024 Maverick car.
recall It says a recently discovered software error could cause the rear camera to display blank images or frozen images on display after reversed the vehicle.
Ford has issued recalls for more than 200,000 vehicles due to software issues that malfunctions the rear camera. (Getty Images/David Paul Morris via Getty Images/Bloomberg)
Ford pointed out that blank images from the rear camera can reduce the driver’s view from behind the wheel.
If images continue to be displayed after the vehicle shifts in reverse, Ford added that drivers could be distracted.
Both scenarios increase the risk of crashes, Ford noted.
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Ford dealerships in Richmond, California. (Getty Images/David Paul Morris via Getty Images/Bloomberg)
The owner of the affected vehicle can bring the vehicle to the dealer and update the software for free.
| Ticker | safety | last | change | change % |
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| f | Ford Motor Co. | 11.77 | +0.42 |
+3.70% |
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The 2022 Ford BroncoSport is one of the vehicles affected by a recall from Ford issued due to a software malfunctioning the rear camera. (Ford/Fox News)
The owner notification letter is expected to be sent by July 28th.
Anyone with questions about the recall is encouraged to contact Ford Customer Service at 1-866-436-7332 and refer to the Recall 25S72.
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The owner can also be contacted National Highway Traffic Safety Bureau Vehicle Safety Hotline or Move on 1-888-327-4236 nhtsa.gov.