NHTSA recall 25V-315 (25V315000)
back over prevention recall reported May 9, 2025 - about 1,076,138 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 25V315000
- Also written as
- 25V-315
- Manufacturer number
- 25S49
- Reported
- May 9, 2025
- Vehicles affected
- ~1,076,138
- Component
- back over prevention
What is being recalled
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Bronco, F-150, 2021-2024 Edge, 2022-2025 Escape, F-250, F-350, F-450, F-550, F-600, 2022-2024 Expedition, 2022-2025 Transit, 2021-2023 Mach-E, 2024 Ranger, Mustang, 2021-2023 Lincoln Nautilus, 2022-2024 Navigator, and 2023-2024 Corsair vehicles. A software error may cause the rearview camera image to delay, freeze, or not display when the vehicle is in reverse.
Why it is dangerous
A frozen or missing rearview camera image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
The accessory protocol interface module (APIM) software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air update, free of charge. This will be a phased campaign, with the remedy becoming available in different phases based on model and model years. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed on June 26, 2025. Additional letters will be mailed once the final remedy is available on each phase. Owner notification letters were sent on October 8, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S49.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 25V-315 when calling a dealer.
Affected 17 models
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.