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2020–2022 Ford F-350 SD, F-250 SD, F-450 SD recall: Back over prevention: software

NHTSA campaign 25V-686 · October 10, 2025 · Ford Motor Company

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Recall at a glance

Campaign number
25V686000
Reported
October 10, 2025
Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
Part
Back over prevention: software
Vehicles affected
About 291,901

What is wrong

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2022 F-250 SD, F-350 SD, and F-450 SD vehicles. The 360-degree view camera system may not display a rearview image properly in certain lighting conditions.

Safety risk

A rearview camera image that does not display properly can reduce the driver’s view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Dealers will update the image processing module software, free of charge.This will be a phased campaign, with the remedy becoming available in different phases based on model years. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed on October 30, 2025. Additional letters will be mailed once the remedy is available on each phase. Owner notification letters were mailed May 19, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25SA8. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on October 13, 2025.

Affected models

Model years listed by NHTSA for this campaign. Only vehicles within the build range in the notice are affected.

Frequently asked questions

Which vehicles are affected by this recall?

Ford F-250 SD (2020, 2021, 2022); Ford F-350 SD (2020, 2021, 2022); Ford F-450 SD (2020, 2021, 2022). Check your VIN to confirm.

What is the safety risk?

A rearview camera image that does not display properly can reduce the driver’s view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

What is the fix?

Dealers will update the image processing module software, free of charge.This will be a phased campaign, with the remedy becoming available in different phases based on model years. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed on October 30, 2025. Additional letters will be mailed once the remedy is available on each phase. Owner notification letters were mailed May 19, 2026. Owners may contact…

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