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NHTSA Recall 26V124000: Software (back over prevention)

Ford Motor Company reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 849,310 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Ford Bronco.

849,310
vehicles potentially affected
2
models affected
2026
owners notified (April 13)
NHTSA campaign26V124000
Manufacturer campaign26S09
ComponentBACK OVER PREVENTION › SOFTWARE
Report receivedMarch 3, 2026
Owner notificationApril 13, 2026
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2026 Ford Bronco and 2021-2024 Ford Edge vehicles. The Accessory Protocol Interface Module (APIM) may overheat and shutdown, which can prevent the rearview camera image from displaying as intended.

Safety risk

A rearview camera that fails to display an image can reduce the driver’s view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

The APIM software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 13, 2026. Owners may contact Ford Customer Service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S09. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on March 5, 2026.

Vehicles covered by recall 26V124000

Make and modelModel years
Ford Bronco2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026
Ford Edge2021, 2022, 2023, 2024

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.