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Recall 20V-575: 2020 Ford Edge, 2020 Ford Escape and 12 more

Ford Motor Company recall for back over prevention, reported to NHTSA on Sep 23, 2020, covering about 620,246 vehicles.

NHTSA number
20V-575
Report date
Sep 23, 2020
Vehicles affected
620,246
Owners notified
Feb 1, 2021

The problem

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 Ford F-150, F-250, F-350, F-450, F-550, Explorer, Mustang, Transit, Expedition, Escape, Ranger and Edge, and Lincoln Nautilus and Corsair vehicles. Due to a poor electrical connection, the rearview camera may intermittently display a blank or distorted image. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."

The risk

Reduced rearward visibility can increase the risk of a crash.

The fix

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rearview camera, free of charge. The recall began November 17, 2020. Remedy became available on February 1, 2021. Owner notification letters were mailed on February 1, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20C19.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Recall details

ManufacturerFord Motor Company
ComponentBack Over Prevention › Sensing System › Camera
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number20V575000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Ford Edge2020All years
Ford Escape2020All years
Ford Expedition2020All years
Ford Explorer2020All years
Ford F-1502020All years
Ford F-250 SD2020All years
Ford F-350 SD2020All years
Ford F-450 SD2020All years
Ford F-550 SD2020All years
Ford Mustang2020All years
Ford Ranger2020All years
Ford Transit2020All years
Lincoln Corsair2020All years
Lincoln Nautilus2020All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 20V-575?

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 Ford F-150, F-250, F-350, F-450, F-550, Explorer, Mustang, Transit, Expedition, Escape, Ranger and Edge, and Lincoln Nautilus and Corsair vehicles. Due to a poor electrical connection, the rearview camera may intermittently display a blank or distorted image. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."

How is recall 20V-575 fixed?

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rearview camera, free of charge. The recall began November 17, 2020. Remedy became available on February 1, 2021. Owner notification letters were mailed on February 1, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20C19.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.