Ford Motor Company has issued a recall impacting certain Ford and Lincoln models due to a software malfunction that may cause rearview cameras to fail or provide distorted images. The defect poses a safety risk as it affects drivers’ ability to see behind the vehicle while reversing.
According to a company statement, the issue stems from a glitch in the onboard software that governs the operation of the rearview camera. This malfunction may result in a blank or frozen image on the vehicle’s display screen when the vehicle is in reverse gear. The recall highlights the growing concern around software-based systems in modern vehicles, especially as manufacturers continue to integrate advanced driver-assistance technologies.
Ford did not immediately specify which model years or the exact number of vehicles involved, but emphasized that the issue impacts a range of its recent Ford and Lincoln vehicles. Owners of affected vehicles are expected to be notified by mail, with instructions to visit a dealership for a free software update that will resolve the camera malfunction.
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has previously emphasized the importance of functioning rear visibility systems, which are federally mandated in the United States for all new vehicles manufactured after May 2018. Malfunctions like the one identified can potentially increase the risk of collisions, particularly when reversing in tight spaces or near pedestrians.
Ford encourages drivers to contact their local dealerships or check the NHTSA’s recall database using their vehicle identification number (VIN) for more specific information. Until the recall repair is completed, drivers are advised to exercise additional caution when reversing.
This latest recall adds to a series of recent safety-related actions by automakers as they navigate the increasing complexity of software-driven vehicle features.
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