Ford warns drivers as 1.5 million popular models face brake “distortion” risk
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Ford has announced another massive recall that has raised alarms among drivers, regulators, and industry watchers alike.
The automaker confirmed that more than 1.5 million cars, trucks, and SUVs face a potentially dangerous defect involving their rearview cameras.
According to federal regulators, the flaw causes images to appear inverted, distorted, or completely blank, which can significantly increase the risk of accidents.
With previous recalls still fresh in memory, the scope of this latest issue has put Ford back under intense scrutiny for its handling of safety and quality control.
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) revealed that the defect has already been linked to at least 18 accidents, although no fatalities have been confirmed so far.
In addition, Ford admitted that more than 44,000 warranty claims connected to the faulty cameras have been submitted across the country.
The recall impacts a wide range of popular models built between 2015 and 2019, including the Lincoln Navigator, Ford Mustang, Expedition, Edge, Ranger, Transit, and multiple Super Duty trucks. Drivers have been advised to bring their vehicles to dealerships, where inspections and replacements will be offered at no cost.
The impact of the recall stretches beyond the United States, with another 122,000 vehicles identified in Canada and nearly 300,000 more affected in overseas markets.
In total, close to two million cars worldwide are tied to this defect, making it one of Ford’s largest safety campaigns this year.
Company officials confirmed that recall letters will be mailed to all registered owners by September 22, and urged customers not to delay once they are notified.
Federal investigators are continuing to monitor whether other issues might be linked to the same rearview camera system.
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This is not the first major setback Ford has faced in 2025, as the brand has already issued more than 100 separate recalls this year alone.
In July, a similar defect in backup cameras forced the company to pull 200,000 cars off the road after reports of frozen and blank screens while driving.
Just weeks later, more than 300,000 additional vehicles were recalled due to a braking defect that extended stopping distances and raised the likelihood of collisions.
By August, reports indicated that Ford had recalled nearly two million vehicles in total, marking one of the most turbulent recall years in the automaker’s history.
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Earlier this year, more than 200,000 Ford and Lincoln models were already pulled back for rearview camera failures, including Bronco Sport, Explorer, F-150, Maverick, Lincoln Aviator, Corsair, and Navigator.
Beyond camera glitches, Ford has also dealt with large-scale recalls over faulty axles, defective instrument panels, dangerous fuel leaks, and braking malfunctions.
Regulators have noted that electrical issues continue to be the number one cause of Ford recalls in recent years.
The repeated string of safety alerts has raised ongoing questions about whether systemic production flaws or lapses in oversight are fueling these recurring problems.
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What is your reaction to Ford’s growing list of recalls this year, and have you or someone you know been affected by these rearview camera issues? Share your thoughts and experiences in the comments, and let us know whether you believe Ford is doing enough to address its mounting safety concerns.
The automaker confirmed that more than 1.5 million cars, trucks, and SUVs face a potentially dangerous defect involving their rearview cameras.
According to federal regulators, the flaw causes images to appear inverted, distorted, or completely blank, which can significantly increase the risk of accidents.
With previous recalls still fresh in memory, the scope of this latest issue has put Ford back under intense scrutiny for its handling of safety and quality control.
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) revealed that the defect has already been linked to at least 18 accidents, although no fatalities have been confirmed so far.
In addition, Ford admitted that more than 44,000 warranty claims connected to the faulty cameras have been submitted across the country.
The recall impacts a wide range of popular models built between 2015 and 2019, including the Lincoln Navigator, Ford Mustang, Expedition, Edge, Ranger, Transit, and multiple Super Duty trucks. Drivers have been advised to bring their vehicles to dealerships, where inspections and replacements will be offered at no cost.
Ford warns drivers as 1.5 million popular models face brake “distortion” risk. Image source: Nadine E / Unsplash
The impact of the recall stretches beyond the United States, with another 122,000 vehicles identified in Canada and nearly 300,000 more affected in overseas markets.
In total, close to two million cars worldwide are tied to this defect, making it one of Ford’s largest safety campaigns this year.
Company officials confirmed that recall letters will be mailed to all registered owners by September 22, and urged customers not to delay once they are notified.
Federal investigators are continuing to monitor whether other issues might be linked to the same rearview camera system.
Also read: Best-selling car in America recalled after safety failure sparks concern
This is not the first major setback Ford has faced in 2025, as the brand has already issued more than 100 separate recalls this year alone.
In July, a similar defect in backup cameras forced the company to pull 200,000 cars off the road after reports of frozen and blank screens while driving.
Just weeks later, more than 300,000 additional vehicles were recalled due to a braking defect that extended stopping distances and raised the likelihood of collisions.
By August, reports indicated that Ford had recalled nearly two million vehicles in total, marking one of the most turbulent recall years in the automaker’s history.
Also read: Massive ford recall hits 850,000 Vehicles—hot weather could trigger dangerous failures
Earlier this year, more than 200,000 Ford and Lincoln models were already pulled back for rearview camera failures, including Bronco Sport, Explorer, F-150, Maverick, Lincoln Aviator, Corsair, and Navigator.
Beyond camera glitches, Ford has also dealt with large-scale recalls over faulty axles, defective instrument panels, dangerous fuel leaks, and braking malfunctions.
Regulators have noted that electrical issues continue to be the number one cause of Ford recalls in recent years.
The repeated string of safety alerts has raised ongoing questions about whether systemic production flaws or lapses in oversight are fueling these recurring problems.
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