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    Ford and Lincoln Recall More SUVs to Fix Faulty Backup Cameras

    Included in the recall are the Ford Bronco, Lincoln Aviator, and Lincoln Navigator

    2020 Lincoln Aviator Grand Touring
    2020 Lincoln Aviator
    Photo: Lincoln

    Ford is recalling nearly 170,000 SUVs and vans because their backup cameras might not display a rearview image when the vehicle is in Reverse. The vehicles included in the recall are the 2020 to 2023 Lincoln Aviator SUV, 2018 to 2021 Lincoln Navigator SUV, 2022 and 2023 Ford Transit van, and 2021 Ford Bronco SUV.

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    According to the automaker, drivers may see a blue or black screen instead of a reverse image. Depending on the vehicle, the problem is due to faulty hardware or software. As with all recalls, dealers will fix this issue free of charge.

    The automaker has already issued many recalls for backup camera issues over the past few years, including one for over 382,000 SUVs that needed a software update, blurry or unavailable backup cameras on the Ford Edge, backup cameras that won’t shut off on some Bronco SUVs, a software issue on the Lincoln Aviator, a faulty camera lens on the F-150, and blank or distorted images on more than 620,000 vehicles.

    In documents provided to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, Ford says that there have been two minor crashes, 3,486 warranty claims, and no injuries related to this recall.

    Ford Backup Camera Recall Details

    Vehicles Recalled
    • Lincoln Aviator SUVs manufactured between Oct. 19, 2019, and Aug. 17, 2023
    • Lincoln Navigator SUVs manufactured between March 16, 2017, and Dec. 23, 2021
    • Ford Transit vans manufactured between Feb. 26, 2021, and Aug. 17, 2023
    • Ford Bronco SUVs manufactured between Sept. 23, 2020, and Dec. 22, 2021

    The problem: The affected vehicles’ backup cameras may have faulty wiring, a faulty camera, or faulty software. As a result, the backup camera image might not display properly.

    The fix: Ford dealerships will replace the backup camera and/or wiring and perform a software update as necessary. The repairs will be free of charge and will take place once replacement parts are available.

    How to contact the manufacturer: Owners can call Ford at 866-436-7332.

    NHTSA campaign number: 23V598. Ford’s own number for this recall is 23S48.

    Check to see whether your vehicle has an open recall: NHTSA’s website will tell you whether your vehicle has any open recalls that need to be addressed.

    If you plug your car’s 17-digit vehicle identification number (VIN) into NHTSA’s website and a recall doesn’t appear, it means your vehicle doesn’t currently have any open recalls. Because automakers issue recalls often, and for many older vehicles, we recommend checking back regularly to see whether your vehicle has had a recall issued.

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    Keith Barry

    Keith Barry has been an auto reporter at Consumer Reports since 2018. He focuses on safety, technology, and the environmental impact of cars. Previously, he led home and appliance coverage at Reviewed; reported on cars for USA Today, Wired, and Car & Driver; and wrote for other publications as well. Keith earned a master’s degree in public health from Tufts University. Follow him on BlueSky @itskeithbarry.bsky.social.