2025 Ford Escape recall: Back over prevention: sensing system, camera
Recall at a glance
- Campaign number
- 25V161000
- Reported
- March 14, 2025
- Manufacturer
- Ford Motor Company
- Part
- Back over prevention: sensing system, camera
- Vehicles affected
- About 4,721
What is wrong
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Escape vehicles. The rearview camera may incorrectly display an inverted image when the vehicle is in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Safety risk
An inverted rearview camera image will not accurately display what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
The fix
Dealers will inspect and replace the rearview camera as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 28, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25C08.
Affected models
Model years listed by NHTSA for this campaign. Only vehicles within the build range in the notice are affected.
Notes from the notice
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.
Frequently asked questions
Which vehicles are affected by this recall?
Ford Escape (2025). Check your VIN to confirm.
What is the safety risk?
An inverted rearview camera image will not accurately display what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
What is the fix?
Dealers will inspect and replace the rearview camera as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 28, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25C08.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recall data for passenger vehicles, recalls since 2013, shown as published. This site is independent and not affiliated with NHTSA or any manufacturer. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and follow your manufacturer’s notice. Terms and disclaimer.