Recall 25V-159: 2020–2023 Ford Explorer, 2020–2023 Lincoln Aviator and 1 more

Ford Motor Company recall for back over prevention, reported to NHTSA on Mar 14, 2025, covering about 49,399 vehicles.

NHTSA number
25V-159
Report date
Mar 14, 2025
Vehicles affected
49,399
Owners notified
Apr 25, 2025

The problem

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Explorer, Lincoln Aviator, and 2020-2022 Lincoln Corsair vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall number 23V-342. The video output may fail, preventing the rearview camera image from displaying.

The risk

Loss of the rearview camera image can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Dealers will update the Image Processing Module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 25, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S27.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 888-327-4236 (TTY 888-275-9171) or go to nhtsa.gov.

Recall details

ManufacturerFord Motor Company
ComponentBack Over Prevention › Software
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number25V159000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Ford Explorer2020, 2021, 2022, 2023All years
Lincoln Aviator2020, 2021, 2022, 2023All years
Lincoln Corsair2020, 2021, 2022All 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 25V-159?

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Explorer, Lincoln Aviator, and 2020-2022 Lincoln Corsair vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall number 23V-342. The video output may fail, preventing the rearview camera image from displaying.

How is recall 25V-159 fixed?

Dealers will update the Image Processing Module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 25, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S27.

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.