NHTSA recall 25V-161 (25V161000)
back over prevention recall reported March 14, 2025 - about 4,721 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 25V161000
- Also written as
- 25V-161
- Manufacturer number
- 25C08
- Reported
- March 14, 2025
- Vehicles affected
- ~4,721
- Component
- back over prevention
What is being recalled
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Escape vehicles. The rearview camera may incorrectly display an inverted image when the vehicle is in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Why it is dangerous
An inverted rearview camera image will not accurately display what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
Dealers will inspect and replace the rearview camera as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 28, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25C08.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 25V-161 when calling a dealer.
Affected 1 model
Each year links to that car's full history: every recall, owner complaints and common problems.
Source: NHTSA recall campaign data (public domain), refreshed weekly. See also the latest recall campaigns.