NHTSA Recall 21V735000: Software (back over prevention) and camera (back over prevention)
Ford Motor Company reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 228,297 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Ford Explorer.
| NHTSA campaign | 21V735000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 21S44 |
| Components | BACK OVER PREVENTION › SOFTWARE; BACK OVER PREVENTION › SENSING SYSTEM › CAMERA |
| Report received | September 22, 2021 |
| Owner notification | November 16, 2021 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Explorer, Lincoln Corsair, and Lincoln Aviator vehicles equipped with 360-degree cameras. The video output may fail, preventing the rearview camera image from displaying.
Safety risk
A rearview camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the Image Processing Module (IPMB) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 16, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21S44.
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.nhtsa.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 21V735000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.