Ford recalls 47,000 F-150 and F-250 trucks

Ford Motor has recalled 47,587 F-150 and F-250 pickup trucks in the United States because backup-camera software can leave part of the rearview image covered when the vehicle is shifted into reverse. The recall covers certain 2021-2023 F-150 trucks and 2023-2026 F-250 Super Duty trucks equipped with 8-inch SYNC infotainment screens, according to a safety report filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Ford said the issue involves Accessory Protocol Interface Module, or APIM, software earlier than version 2.4.12. The company said the condition can leave the camera “Views” menu on screen instead of dismissing it automatically, creating a rear-visibility compliance issue. ### Which trucks are included in the recall? NHTSA’s filing lists 23,179 F-250 Super Duty trucks built from March 16, 2022, through June 1, 2026, and 24,408 F-150 trucks built from January 30, 2020, through December 22, 2023. The vehicles were not produced in VIN order, the filing says, which means model year alone will not confirm whether a specific truck is included. (static.nhtsa.gov) Ford’s internal recall number for the action is 26C37. The company’s recall site says owners can search by VIN for open recalls and schedule service through a dealer. ### What exactly goes wrong when the truck is put in reverse? Ford told NHTSA that if a driver leaves the camera “Views” menu open on the SYNC 4 screen and then shifts into reverse, the overlay may stay on the display. (static.nhtsa.gov) The menu remains there until the driver selects a view or closes the menu, or until the truck is shifted to drive and exceeds 5 mph, according to the filing. (ford.com) Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 111 requires rear-visibility systems to meet specified visibility requirements. Ford said the persistent menu can partially cover certain test objects in the rearview camera image, which is why the trucks do not comply with the standard. Cars.com and Ford Authority, citing the recall documents, reported that Ford was not aware of any crashes or injuries tied to the issue. (static.nhtsa.gov) ### How can owners check whether their truck is affected? NHTSA says drivers can check recalls by entering a 17-character VIN on its recall database, and Ford says owners can also search recalls on its support site. NHTSA notes that recently announced recalls may not show all VINs immediately and says owners should check regularly if a recall has just been announced. (static.nhtsa.gov) Ford’s filing also says owners can call 1-866-436-7332 or ask a Ford or Lincoln dealer to check the company’s OASIS service database for vehicle eligibility. ### What is Ford doing to fix it? Ford Authority reported, citing the recall details, that the fix is an APIM software update performed by a dealer or delivered over the air at no charge. (nhtsa.gov) Ford’s recall page says recall repairs are free. The defect is software-based rather than a hardware replacement campaign. (static.nhtsa.gov) That means affected owners should expect a programming update instead of parts installation, based on the remedy Ford described in the recall coverage. ### When will owners hear from Ford? Ford Authority said owner notification letters are scheduled to begin on August 17, 2026. (fordauthority.com) A second round of letters is expected once the remedy is available, which the report said Ford anticipates in September 2026. August 17 is the next date owners should watch, and Ford says VIN lookup remains the fastest way to confirm whether a specific F-150 or F-250 is covered under recall 26C37. (fordauthority.com) (ford.com)