Ford: Incorrectly Displayed Rearview Camera Image/fmvss 111

Recall Summary Ford is recalling certain 2020-2022 Escape and Explorer models, 2020-2024 Lincoln Aviator models, and Lincoln Corsair vehicles because the rearview camera image may flip or invert when backing up, reducing visibility behind the vehicle. This defect increases crash risk and violates federal rear visibility standards. Ford is still developing a fix and will notify owners starting April 17, 2026.

Recalling firm

Ford Motor Company

Product

Component: BACK OVER PREVENTION. Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Escape, Lincoln Corsair, 2020-2024 Lincoln Aviator, and Explorer vehicles. The image on the center display may flip or invert, resulting in an incorrectly displayed rearview image when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

Reason

An incorrectly displayed rearview image can reduce the driver’s view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash. Remedy: The remedy is currently under development. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, are expected to be mailed April 17, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available, anticipated second quarter of 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26C11. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on March 5, 2026.

Classification

Class I

Category

vehicle recall

Country

United States

Agency

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

Recall date

2026-03-03

Status

Ongoing

Distribution

Nationwide

Official recall notice from National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

Recall details on Nibble Recalls: https://trynibble.app/recalls/403661fb-dde7-42f6-bc1a-10a579aa4727