Ford F-150 and F-250 SD Recall for Rearview Camera Issue
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Ford is recalling certain 2021-2023 F-150 and 2023-2026 F-250 SD vehicles due to a software error that can obstruct the rearview camera image.
What this NHTSA vehicle recall tells you, and what most readers miss
This notice was issued by NHTSA on August 8, 2026 and geographically references United States. Its severity classification of "medium" signals how the issuing agency weighs the risk of harm if no action is taken - "critical" and "high" tier alerts typically carry direct consumer actions, while "medium" and "low" tend toward informational guidance or monitoring advisories. The category it belongs to - Vehicle Recalls - determines the consumer-protection framework behind it, which shapes what remedies (refunds, replacements, repairs, or the recall itself) are available to affected consumers and which agency holds statutory responsibility for enforcement.
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What Happened
Ford Motor Company is recalling certain 2021-2023 F-150 and 2023-2026 F-250 SD vehicles equipped with 8-inch SYNC infotainment screens. A software error may cause the rearview camera image to be obstructed by the infotainment home screen menu when the vehicle is placed in reverse. These vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Which Products Are Affected
The recall covers certain 2021-2023 F-150 and 2023-2026 F-250 SD vehicles with 8-inch SYNC infotainment screens. A total of 333,109 units are affected. Ford's recall number is 26C37 and the NHTSA campaign number is 26V489000.
What You Should Do
The accessory protocol interface module (APIM) software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk are expected to be mailed August 17, 2026, with additional letters sent once the remedy is available in September 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.
Why This Matters
An obstructed rearview camera image can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Source
NHTSA Campaign 26V489000 - Ford Motor Company
Original source: NHTSA Official Notice ↗
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