NHTSA Recall 25V159000: Software (back over prevention)
Ford Motor Company reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 49,399 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Ford Explorer.
| NHTSA campaign | 25V159000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 25S27 |
| Component | BACK OVER PREVENTION › SOFTWARE |
| Report received | March 14, 2025 |
| Owner notification | April 25, 2025 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
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.
Safety risk
Loss of the rearview camera image can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
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.
Vehicles covered by recall 25V159000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Ford Explorer | 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 |
| Lincoln Aviator | 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 |
| Lincoln Corsair | 2020, 2021, 2022 |
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.