Rearview Camera Malfunction/FMVSS 111
Recall Information
| Manufacturer | Ford Motor Company |
|---|---|
| NHTSA ID | 23V165000 |
| Report Received Date | 3/10/2023 |
| Component | BACK OVER PREVENTION |
| Vehicles Affected | 1,651 |
| Completion Rate | 77.83% |
| Recall Category | Vehicle |
| Rework Status | Rework Gen 2 |
| Software Recall | Yes |
| OTA Update | Yes |
Description
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Bronco vehicles equipped with 8-inch SYNC infotainment screens that were previously remedied under recall 22V-825. The rearview camera image may still be displayed after a backing event has ended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Issue
A rearview image that continues to be displayed after the vehicle is shifted out of reverse may distract the driver, increasing the risk of a crash.
Consequence Summary
A rearview image that continues to be displayed after the vehicle is shifted out of reverse may distract the driver, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
The SYNC module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on March 28, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23C05.
Related to
Rework Generation 2
- 11/3/2022
