77 recalls found. |
DEFECT #1 - SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:RECLINER
Posted on: 2019-08-29
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2018-2020 f-150 and 2019-2020 f-250, f-350, f-450, and f-550 super duty pickup trucks, and 2018-2019 ford explorer, 2019-2020 expedition, and 2020 escape vehicles equipped with driver and/or passenger's manual front seat back recliner mechanisms. Also included are certain 2020 ford explorer and lincoln aviator vehicles equipped with rear outboard seats and manual seat back recliner mechanisms. The recliner mechanisms may be missing the third pawl required for seat back strength, resulting in a loose seat back. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) numbers 202, head restraints and 207, seating systems.
Consequence
A seat back with an improperly assembled recliner mechanism may have reduced strength and may not adequately restrain an occupant in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action
Ford will notify owners, and ford and lincoln dealers will inspect the seat structure and replace them, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began october 21, 2019. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 19c07.
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.
DEFECT #2 - SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY
Posted on: 2019-08-29
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2018-2020 f-150 and 2019-2020 f-250, f-350, f-450, and f-550 super duty pickup trucks, and 2018-2019 ford explorer, 2019-2020 expedition, and 2020 escape vehicles equipped with driver and/or passenger's manual front seat back recliner mechanisms. Also included are certain 2020 ford explorer and lincoln aviator vehicles equipped with rear outboard seats and manual seat back recliner mechanisms. The recliner mechanisms may be missing the third pawl required for seat back strength, resulting in a loose seat back. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) numbers 202, head restraints and 207, seating systems.
Consequence
A seat back with an improperly assembled recliner mechanism may have reduced strength and may not adequately restrain an occupant in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action
Ford will notify owners, and ford and lincoln dealers will inspect the seat structure and replace them, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began october 21, 2019. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 19c07.
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.
DEFECT #3 - AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW
Posted on: 2020-08-21
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2020 explorer and 2020 lincoln aviator vehicles. The side air bag and/or seat back module attachments may not have been properly tightened in the front seat backs.
Consequence
If the side air bag or seat back fasteners were not properly tightened, the side air bag deployment could be affected, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
Corrective Action
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will remove front seat back panels from one or both front seats (vin-specific) and verify that the fasteners have been properly tightened, free of charge. The recall began september 10, 2020. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20s48.
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.
DEFECT #4 - SEATS
Posted on: 2020-08-21
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2020 explorer and 2020 lincoln aviator vehicles. The side air bag and/or seat back module attachments may not have been properly tightened in the front seat backs.
Consequence
If the side air bag or seat back fasteners were not properly tightened, the side air bag deployment could be affected, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
Corrective Action
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will remove front seat back panels from one or both front seats (vin-specific) and verify that the fasteners have been properly tightened, free of charge. The recall began september 10, 2020. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20s48.
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.
DEFECT #5 - AIR BAGS:CRITICAL FASTENERS
Posted on: 2020-08-21
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2020 explorer and 2020 lincoln aviator vehicles. The side air bag and/or seat back module attachments may not have been properly tightened in the front seat backs.
Consequence
If the side air bag or seat back fasteners were not properly tightened, the side air bag deployment could be affected, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
Corrective Action
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will remove front seat back panels from one or both front seats (vin-specific) and verify that the fasteners have been properly tightened, free of charge. The recall began september 10, 2020. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20s48.
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.
DEFECT #6 - PARKING BRAKE
Posted on: 2019-08-06
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2020 explorer and lincoln aviator vehicles. The manual park release (mpr) cover may not be installed. In addition, the vehicles may be in factory mode, which disables warning alerts and does not display the transmission gear selected. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) numbers 114, theft prevention and 102, trans shift lever seq/starter interlock/trans braking effect.
Consequence
Without the cover, the mpr lever may be unintentionally moved, allowing the vehicle to roll away. Being in factory mode, the vehicle will not display warnings and/or gear selection on the instrument cluster. Both conditions increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, install a mpr cover. Dealers will verify the instrument cluster is not in factory mode and clear any fault codes, free of charge. The recall began august 23, 2019. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 19c06.
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.
DEFECT #7 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:GEAR POSITION INDICATION (PRNDL)
Posted on: 2019-08-06
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2020 explorer and lincoln aviator vehicles. The manual park release (mpr) cover may not be installed. In addition, the vehicles may be in factory mode, which disables warning alerts and does not display the transmission gear selected. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) numbers 114, theft prevention and 102, trans shift lever seq/starter interlock/trans braking effect.
Consequence
Without the cover, the mpr lever may be unintentionally moved, allowing the vehicle to roll away. Being in factory mode, the vehicle will not display warnings and/or gear selection on the instrument cluster. Both conditions increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, install a mpr cover. Dealers will verify the instrument cluster is not in factory mode and clear any fault codes, free of charge. The recall began august 23, 2019. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 19c06.
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.
DEFECT #8 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
Posted on: 2019-08-06
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2020 explorer and lincoln aviator vehicles. The manual park release (mpr) cover may not be installed. In addition, the vehicles may be in factory mode, which disables warning alerts and does not display the transmission gear selected. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) numbers 114, theft prevention and 102, trans shift lever seq/starter interlock/trans braking effect.
Consequence
Without the cover, the mpr lever may be unintentionally moved, allowing the vehicle to roll away. Being in factory mode, the vehicle will not display warnings and/or gear selection on the instrument cluster. Both conditions increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, install a mpr cover. Dealers will verify the instrument cluster is not in factory mode and clear any fault codes, free of charge. The recall began august 23, 2019. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 19c06.
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.
DEFECT #9 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Posted on: 2019-12-04
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2020 explorer and lincoln aviator vehicles. Over time, the protective sleeve on the vapor fuel line may chafe through the plastic liquid fuel line and cause a fuel leak.
Consequence
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will install a longer protective sleeve on the liquid fuel line, as necessary, free of charge. Ford issued owners and interim notification on january 29, 2020. Recall began march 23, 2020. A second notice will be sent once parts are available, expected to be late in the first quarter of 2020. A renotification letter was sent on july 10, 2020. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 19s49.
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.
DEFECT #10 - ENGINE
Posted on: 2020-12-17
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2020-2021 explorer and lincoln aviator vehicles. The right hand motor mount fasteners may have been incorrectly tightened, and may loosen over time.
Consequence
With a loose motor mount, motor vibration may cause the axle to disconnect from the engine and could result in loss of power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will remove and replace the right hand motor mount fasteners, free of charge. The recall began february 3, 2021. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20s72.
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.
DEFECT #11 - POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT
Posted on: 2020-11-10
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2020 explorer and lincoln aviator vehicles equipped with a 2.0l or 3.3l engine and a 10 speed automatic transmission with the all wheel drive package. The drive shaft may fracture along the weld seam.
Consequence
Defective drive shafts may fail and cause a loss of connection between the transfer case and rear axle, possibly resulting in a vehicle rollaway when in park or a loss of drive. Either condition can increase the risk of a crash. The drive shafts can also deform and separate from the driveline and potentially contact the fuel tank, increasing the risk of fuel leaks and/or fire.
Corrective Action
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the drive shaft label inspected and replace it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began december 11, 2020. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20s65.
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.
DEFECT #12 - POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT
Posted on: 2020-11-10
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2020 explorer and lincoln aviator vehicles equipped with a 2.0l or 3.3l engine and a 10 speed automatic transmission with the all wheel drive package. The drive shaft may fracture along the weld seam.
Consequence
Defective drive shafts may fail and cause a loss of connection between the transfer case and rear axle, possibly resulting in a vehicle rollaway when in park or a loss of drive. Either condition can increase the risk of a crash. The drive shafts can also deform and separate from the driveline and potentially contact the fuel tank, increasing the risk of fuel leaks and/or fire.
Corrective Action
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the drive shaft label inspected and replace it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began december 11, 2020. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20s65.
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.
DEFECT #13 - VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER
Posted on: 2021-01-19
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2020 ford explorer police interceptor utility and 2020 lincoln aviator vehicles. The affected vehicles contain windshield washer fluid that was contaminated with brake fluid. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 104, windshield wiping and washing systems.
Consequence
A washer system contaminated with brake fluid can reduce the driver's ability to clear windshield, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will flush out the washer system, replacing the washer bottle neck, washer pump assembly, fluid level sensor and the front and rear wiper blades. Dealers will also inspect and repair the vehicle's paint and exterior components if affected, free of charge. The recall began march 2, 2021. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21c01.
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.
DEFECT #14 - BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION
Posted on: 2021-03-30
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2020-2021 lincoln aviator vehicles. The image processing module may be unable to provide video feed to the display, which could result in a loss of the backup camera image. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of the federal motor vehicle safety standard number 111, rear visibility.
Consequence
A backup camera that displays a blank or distorted image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will update the image processing module software with the latest level, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on may 21, 2021. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21c09.
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.
DEFECT #15 - BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION
Posted on: 2021-03-30
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2020-2021 lincoln aviator vehicles. The image processing module may be unable to provide video feed to the display, which could result in a loss of the backup camera image. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of the federal motor vehicle safety standard number 111, rear visibility.
Consequence
A backup camera that displays a blank or distorted image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will update the image processing module software with the latest level, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on may 21, 2021. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21c09.
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.
DEFECT #16 - BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION
Posted on: 2021-03-30
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2020-2021 lincoln aviator vehicles. The image processing module may be unable to provide video feed to the display, which could result in a loss of the backup camera image. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of the federal motor vehicle safety standard number 111, rear visibility.
Consequence
A backup camera that displays a blank or distorted image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will update the image processing module software with the latest level, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on may 21, 2021. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21c09.
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.
DEFECT #17 - BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION
Posted on: 2021-03-30
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2020-2021 lincoln aviator vehicles. The image processing module may be unable to provide video feed to the display, which could result in a loss of the backup camera image. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of the federal motor vehicle safety standard number 111, rear visibility.
Consequence
A backup camera that displays a blank or distorted image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will update the image processing module software with the latest level, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on may 21, 2021. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21c09.
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.
DEFECT #18 - BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION
Posted on: 2021-03-30
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2020-2021 lincoln aviator vehicles. The image processing module may be unable to provide video feed to the display, which could result in a loss of the backup camera image. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of the federal motor vehicle safety standard number 111, rear visibility.
Consequence
A backup camera that displays a blank or distorted image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will update the image processing module software with the latest level, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on may 21, 2021. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21c09.
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.
DEFECT #19 - BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION
Posted on: 2021-03-30
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2020-2021 lincoln aviator vehicles. The image processing module may be unable to provide video feed to the display, which could result in a loss of the backup camera image. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of the federal motor vehicle safety standard number 111, rear visibility.
Consequence
A backup camera that displays a blank or distorted image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will update the image processing module software with the latest level, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on may 21, 2021. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21c09.
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.
DEFECT #20 - BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION
Posted on: 2021-03-30
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2020-2021 lincoln aviator vehicles. The image processing module may be unable to provide video feed to the display, which could result in a loss of the backup camera image. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of the federal motor vehicle safety standard number 111, rear visibility.
Consequence
A backup camera that displays a blank or distorted image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will update the image processing module software with the latest level, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on may 21, 2021. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21c09.
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.
DEFECT #21 - BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION
Posted on: 2021-03-30
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2020-2021 lincoln aviator vehicles. The image processing module may be unable to provide video feed to the display, which could result in a loss of the backup camera image. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of the federal motor vehicle safety standard number 111, rear visibility.
Consequence
A backup camera that displays a blank or distorted image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will update the image processing module software with the latest level, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on may 21, 2021. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21c09.
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.
DEFECT #22 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
Posted on: 2021-07-15
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2020-2021 lincoln aviator vehicles equipped with 3.0l gasoline engines. The wire harness may not be secured properly, possibly contacting the air conditioning (a/c) compressor pulley, and resulting in damage to electrical wires, or the a/c compressor drive belt.
Consequence
Damaged electrical wires may short-circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect the harness and a/c compressor belt for damage, replacing them as necessary, and install a tie strap to secure the wire harness, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on july 30, 2021. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21s34.
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.
DEFECT #23 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
Posted on: 2021-07-15
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2020-2021 lincoln aviator vehicles equipped with 3.0l gasoline engines. The wire harness may not be secured properly, possibly contacting the air conditioning (a/c) compressor pulley, and resulting in damage to electrical wires, or the a/c compressor drive belt.
Consequence
Damaged electrical wires may short-circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect the harness and a/c compressor belt for damage, replacing them as necessary, and install a tie strap to secure the wire harness, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on july 30, 2021. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21s34.
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.
DEFECT #24 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
Posted on: 2021-07-15
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2020-2021 lincoln aviator vehicles equipped with 3.0l gasoline engines. The wire harness may not be secured properly, possibly contacting the air conditioning (a/c) compressor pulley, and resulting in damage to electrical wires, or the a/c compressor drive belt.
Consequence
Damaged electrical wires may short-circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect the harness and a/c compressor belt for damage, replacing them as necessary, and install a tie strap to secure the wire harness, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on july 30, 2021. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21s34.
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.
DEFECT #25 - VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:COMPRESSOR
Posted on: 2021-07-15
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2020-2021 lincoln aviator vehicles equipped with 3.0l gasoline engines. The wire harness may not be secured properly, possibly contacting the air conditioning (a/c) compressor pulley, and resulting in damage to electrical wires, or the a/c compressor drive belt.
Consequence
Damaged electrical wires may short-circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect the harness and a/c compressor belt for damage, replacing them as necessary, and install a tie strap to secure the wire harness, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on july 30, 2021. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21s34.
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.
DEFECT #26 - VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:COMPRESSOR
Posted on: 2021-07-15
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2020-2021 lincoln aviator vehicles equipped with 3.0l gasoline engines. The wire harness may not be secured properly, possibly contacting the air conditioning (a/c) compressor pulley, and resulting in damage to electrical wires, or the a/c compressor drive belt.
Consequence
Damaged electrical wires may short-circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect the harness and a/c compressor belt for damage, replacing them as necessary, and install a tie strap to secure the wire harness, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on july 30, 2021. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21s34.
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.
DEFECT #27 - VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:COMPRESSOR
Posted on: 2021-07-15
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2020-2021 lincoln aviator vehicles equipped with 3.0l gasoline engines. The wire harness may not be secured properly, possibly contacting the air conditioning (a/c) compressor pulley, and resulting in damage to electrical wires, or the a/c compressor drive belt.
Consequence
Damaged electrical wires may short-circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect the harness and a/c compressor belt for damage, replacing them as necessary, and install a tie strap to secure the wire harness, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on july 30, 2021. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21s34.
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.
DEFECT #28 - SUSPENSION:REAR
Posted on: 2021-03-10
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2020 lincoln aviator and ford explorer vehicles. The rear lower control arm (rlca) bolts that attach the rear lower control arms to the wheel knuckles may not have been heat-treated, which could cause them to break.
Consequence
Broken rlca bolts can cause a loss of steering control, and increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace both rlca bolts, free of charge. The recall began on april 2, 2021. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21s11.
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.
DEFECT #29 - BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION
Posted on: 2021-03-30
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2020-2021 lincoln aviator vehicles. The image processing module may be unable to provide video feed to the display, which could result in a loss of the backup camera image. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of the federal motor vehicle safety standard number 111, rear visibility.
Consequence
A backup camera that displays a blank or distorted image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will update the image processing module software with the latest level, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed may 21, 2021. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21c09.
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.
DEFECT #30 - BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION
Posted on: 2021-03-30
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2020-2021 lincoln aviator vehicles. The image processing module may be unable to provide video feed to the display, which could result in a loss of the backup camera image. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of the federal motor vehicle safety standard number 111, rear visibility.
Consequence
A backup camera that displays a blank or distorted image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will update the image processing module software with the latest level, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed may 21, 2021. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21c09.
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.
DEFECT #31 - BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION
Posted on: 2021-03-30
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2020-2021 lincoln aviator vehicles. The image processing module may be unable to provide video feed to the display, which could result in a loss of the backup camera image. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of the federal motor vehicle safety standard number 111, rear visibility.
Consequence
A backup camera that displays a blank or distorted image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will update the image processing module software with the latest level, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed may 21, 2021. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21c09.
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.
DEFECT #32 - BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION
Posted on: 2021-03-30
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2020-2021 lincoln aviator vehicles. The image processing module may be unable to provide video feed to the display, which could result in a loss of the backup camera image. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of the federal motor vehicle safety standard number 111, rear visibility.
Consequence
A backup camera that displays a blank or distorted image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will update the image processing module software with the latest level, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed may 21, 2021. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21c09.
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.
DEFECT #33 - BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION
Posted on: 2021-03-30
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2020-2021 lincoln aviator vehicles. The image processing module may be unable to provide video feed to the display, which could result in a loss of the backup camera image. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of the federal motor vehicle safety standard number 111, rear visibility.
Consequence
A backup camera that displays a blank or distorted image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will update the image processing module software with the latest level, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed may 21, 2021. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21c09.
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.
DEFECT #34 - BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION
Posted on: 2021-03-30
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2020-2021 lincoln aviator vehicles. The image processing module may be unable to provide video feed to the display, which could result in a loss of the backup camera image. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of the federal motor vehicle safety standard number 111, rear visibility.
Consequence
A backup camera that displays a blank or distorted image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will update the image processing module software with the latest level, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed may 21, 2021. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21c09.
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.
DEFECT #35 - BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION
Posted on: 2021-03-30
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2020-2021 lincoln aviator vehicles. The image processing module may be unable to provide video feed to the display, which could result in a loss of the backup camera image. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of the federal motor vehicle safety standard number 111, rear visibility.
Consequence
A backup camera that displays a blank or distorted image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will update the image processing module software with the latest level, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed may 21, 2021. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21c09.
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.
DEFECT #36 - BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION
Posted on: 2021-03-30
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2020-2021 lincoln aviator vehicles. The image processing module may be unable to provide video feed to the display, which could result in a loss of the backup camera image. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of the federal motor vehicle safety standard number 111, rear visibility.
Consequence
A backup camera that displays a blank or distorted image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will update the image processing module software with the latest level, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed may 21, 2021. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21c09.
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.
DEFECT #37 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
Posted on: 2021-07-15
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2020-2021 lincoln aviator vehicles equipped with 3.0l gasoline engines. The wire harness may not be secured properly, possibly contacting the air conditioning (a/c) compressor pulley, and resulting in damage to electrical wires, or the a/c compressor drive belt.
Consequence
Damaged electrical wires may short-circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect the harness and a/c compressor belt for damage, replacing them as necessary, and install a tie strap to secure the wire harness, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on july 30, 2021. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21s34.
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.
DEFECT #38 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
Posted on: 2021-07-15
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2020-2021 lincoln aviator vehicles equipped with 3.0l gasoline engines. The wire harness may not be secured properly, possibly contacting the air conditioning (a/c) compressor pulley, and resulting in damage to electrical wires, or the a/c compressor drive belt.
Consequence
Damaged electrical wires may short-circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect the harness and a/c compressor belt for damage, replacing them as necessary, and install a tie strap to secure the wire harness, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on july 30, 2021. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21s34.
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.
DEFECT #39 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
Posted on: 2021-07-15
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2020-2021 lincoln aviator vehicles equipped with 3.0l gasoline engines. The wire harness may not be secured properly, possibly contacting the air conditioning (a/c) compressor pulley, and resulting in damage to electrical wires, or the a/c compressor drive belt.
Consequence
Damaged electrical wires may short-circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect the harness and a/c compressor belt for damage, replacing them as necessary, and install a tie strap to secure the wire harness, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on july 30, 2021. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21s34.
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.
DEFECT #40 - VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:COMPRESSOR
Posted on: 2021-07-15
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2020-2021 lincoln aviator vehicles equipped with 3.0l gasoline engines. The wire harness may not be secured properly, possibly contacting the air conditioning (a/c) compressor pulley, and resulting in damage to electrical wires, or the a/c compressor drive belt.
Consequence
Damaged electrical wires may short-circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect the harness and a/c compressor belt for damage, replacing them as necessary, and install a tie strap to secure the wire harness, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on july 30, 2021. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21s34.
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.
DEFECT #41 - VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:COMPRESSOR
Posted on: 2021-07-15
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2020-2021 lincoln aviator vehicles equipped with 3.0l gasoline engines. The wire harness may not be secured properly, possibly contacting the air conditioning (a/c) compressor pulley, and resulting in damage to electrical wires, or the a/c compressor drive belt.
Consequence
Damaged electrical wires may short-circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect the harness and a/c compressor belt for damage, replacing them as necessary, and install a tie strap to secure the wire harness, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on july 30, 2021. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21s34.
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.
DEFECT #42 - VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:COMPRESSOR
Posted on: 2021-07-15
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2020-2021 lincoln aviator vehicles equipped with 3.0l gasoline engines. The wire harness may not be secured properly, possibly contacting the air conditioning (a/c) compressor pulley, and resulting in damage to electrical wires, or the a/c compressor drive belt.
Consequence
Damaged electrical wires may short-circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect the harness and a/c compressor belt for damage, replacing them as necessary, and install a tie strap to secure the wire harness, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on july 30, 2021. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21s34.
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.
DEFECT #43 - SUSPENSION:REAR
Posted on: 2021-03-10
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2020 lincoln aviator and ford explorer vehicles. The rear lower control arm (rlca) bolts that attach the rear lower control arms to the wheel knuckles may not have been heat-treated, which could cause them to break.
Consequence
Broken rlca bolts can cause a loss of steering control, and increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace both rlca bolts, free of charge. The recall began on april 2, 2021. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21s11.
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.
DEFECT #44 - BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
Posted on: 2021-09-23
Description
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.
Consequence
A rearview camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
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.
DEFECT #45 - BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
Posted on: 2021-09-23
Description
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.
Consequence
A rearview camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
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.
DEFECT #46 - BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
Posted on: 2021-09-23
Description
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.
Consequence
A rearview camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
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.
DEFECT #47 - BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
Posted on: 2021-09-23
Description
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.
Consequence
A rearview camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
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.
DEFECT #48 - BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
Posted on: 2021-09-23
Description
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.
Consequence
A rearview camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
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.
DEFECT #49 - BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
Posted on: 2021-09-23
Description
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.
Consequence
A rearview camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
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.
DEFECT #50 - BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE
Posted on: 2021-09-23
Description
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.
Consequence
A rearview camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
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.
DEFECT #51 - BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE
Posted on: 2021-09-23
Description
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.
Consequence
A rearview camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
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.
DEFECT #52 - BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE
Posted on: 2021-09-23
Description
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.
Consequence
A rearview camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
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.
DEFECT #53 - BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE
Posted on: 2021-09-23
Description
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.
Consequence
A rearview camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
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.
DEFECT #54 - BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE
Posted on: 2021-09-23
Description
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.
Consequence
A rearview camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
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.
DEFECT #55 - BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE
Posted on: 2021-09-23
Description
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.
Consequence
A rearview camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
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.
DEFECT #56 - SUSPENSION:REAR
Posted on: 2021-03-10
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2020 lincoln aviator and ford explorer vehicles. The rear lower control arm (rlca) bolts that attach the rear lower control arms to the wheel knuckles may not have been heat-treated, which could cause them to break.
Consequence
Broken rlca bolts can cause a loss of steering control, and increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace both rlca bolts, free of charge. The recall began on april 2, 2021. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21s11.
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.
DEFECT #57 - BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
Posted on: 2021-09-23
Description
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.
Consequence
A rearview camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
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.
DEFECT #58 - BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
Posted on: 2021-09-23
Description
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.
Consequence
A rearview camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
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.
DEFECT #59 - BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
Posted on: 2021-09-23
Description
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.
Consequence
A rearview camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
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.
DEFECT #60 - BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
Posted on: 2021-09-23
Description
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.
Consequence
A rearview camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
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.
DEFECT #61 - BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
Posted on: 2021-09-23
Description
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.
Consequence
A rearview camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
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.
DEFECT #62 - BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
Posted on: 2021-09-23
Description
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.
Consequence
A rearview camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
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.
DEFECT #63 - BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE
Posted on: 2021-09-23
Description
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.
Consequence
A rearview camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
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.
DEFECT #64 - BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE
Posted on: 2021-09-23
Description
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.
Consequence
A rearview camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
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.
DEFECT #65 - BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE
Posted on: 2021-09-23
Description
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.
Consequence
A rearview camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
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.
DEFECT #66 - BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE
Posted on: 2021-09-23
Description
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.
Consequence
A rearview camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
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.
DEFECT #67 - BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE
Posted on: 2021-09-23
Description
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.
Consequence
A rearview camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
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.
DEFECT #68 - BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE
Posted on: 2021-09-23
Description
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.
Consequence
A rearview camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
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.
DEFECT #69 - BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
Posted on: 2023-05-12
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2020-2023 explorer, lincoln aviator, and 2020-2022 lincoln corsair vehicles equipped with a 360-degree camera. The video output may fail, preventing the rearview camera image from displaying.
Consequence
Loss of the rearview camera image can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
The remedy is under development. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed june 26, 2023. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23s23. This recall expands and replaces nhtsa recall number 23v-022. Vehicles previously repaired under 23v-022 will need to have the new remedy performed.
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.
DEFECT #70 - BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
Posted on: 2023-05-12
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2020-2023 explorer, lincoln aviator, and 2020-2022 lincoln corsair vehicles equipped with a 360-degree camera. The video output may fail, preventing the rearview camera image from displaying.
Consequence
Loss of the rearview camera image can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the 360-degree camera, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters were mailed on july 10, 2023. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed in july 2023. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23s23. This recall expands and replaces nhtsa recall number 23v-022. Vehicles previously repaired under 23v-022 will need to have the new remedy performed.
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.
DEFECT #71 - BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
Posted on: 2023-05-12
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2020-2023 explorer, lincoln aviator, and 2020-2022 lincoln corsair vehicles equipped with a 360-degree camera. The video output may fail, preventing the rearview camera image from displaying.
Consequence
Loss of the rearview camera image can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the 360-degree camera, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters were mailed on july 10, 2023. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed in july 2023. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23s23. This recall expands and replaces nhtsa recall number 23v-022. Vehicles previously repaired under 23v-022 will need to have the new remedy performed.
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.
DEFECT #72 - BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
Posted on: 2023-05-12
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2020-2023 explorer, lincoln aviator, and 2020-2022 lincoln corsair vehicles equipped with a 360-degree camera. The video output may fail, preventing the rearview camera image from displaying.
Consequence
Loss of the rearview camera image can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the 360-degree camera, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters were mailed on july 10, 2023. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed in july 2023. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23s23. This recall expands and replaces nhtsa recall number 23v-022. Vehicles previously repaired under 23v-022 will need to have the new remedy performed.
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.
DEFECT #73 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY
Posted on: 2023-09-11
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2020-2022 lincoln aviator and ford explorer vehicles equipped with 3.0l phev engines. A manufacturing defect in one or more of the high voltage battery cells may result in an internal short circuit and battery failure.
Consequence
Battery failure can cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash. Battery failure can also increase the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action
Dealers will perform a battery energy control module (becm) diagnostic test and replace the high voltage battery pack, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed october 2, 2023. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford motor company's number for this recall is 23s53.
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.
DEFECT #74 - BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
Posted on: 2023-05-12
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2020-2023 explorer, lincoln aviator, and 2020-2022 lincoln corsair vehicles equipped with a 360-degree camera. The video output may fail, preventing the rearview camera image from displaying.
Consequence
Loss of the rearview camera image can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the 360-degree camera, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed november 10, 2023. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23s23. This recall expands and replaces nhtsa recall number 23v-022. Vehicles previously repaired under 23v-022 will need to have the new remedy performed.
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.
DEFECT #75 - BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
Posted on: 2023-05-12
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2020-2023 explorer, lincoln aviator, and 2020-2022 lincoln corsair vehicles equipped with a 360-degree camera. The video output may fail, preventing the rearview camera image from displaying.
Consequence
Loss of the rearview camera image can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the 360-degree camera, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed november 10, 2023. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23s23. This recall expands and replaces nhtsa recall number 23v-022. Vehicles previously repaired under 23v-022 will need to have the new remedy performed.
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.
DEFECT #76 - BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
Posted on: 2023-05-12
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2020-2023 explorer, lincoln aviator, and 2020-2022 lincoln corsair vehicles equipped with a 360-degree camera. The video output may fail, preventing the rearview camera image from displaying.
Consequence
Loss of the rearview camera image can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the 360-degree camera, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed november 10, 2023. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23s23. This recall expands and replaces nhtsa recall number 23v-022. Vehicles previously repaired under 23v-022 will need to have the new remedy performed.
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.
DEFECT #77 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY
Posted on: 2023-09-11
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2020-2022 lincoln aviator and ford explorer vehicles equipped with 3.0l phev engines. A manufacturing defect in one or more of the high voltage battery cells may result in an internal short circuit and battery failure.
Consequence
Battery failure can cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash. Battery failure can also increase the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action
Dealers will perform a battery energy control module (becm) diagnostic test and replace the high voltage battery pack, as necessary, free of charge. A letter informing owners of the safety risk were mailed october 3, 2021. The remedy is expected to become available in 4th quarter 2023. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford motor company's number for this recall is 23s53.
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.