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2020–2024 Lincoln Corsair, Aviator and 2020–2024 Ford Explorer, Escape recall: Back over prevention: software

NHTSA campaign 26V-123 · March 3, 2026 · Ford Motor Company

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Recall at a glance

Campaign number
26V123000
Reported
March 3, 2026
Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
Part
Back over prevention: software
Vehicles affected
About 889,950

What is wrong

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Escape, Lincoln Corsair, 2020-2024 Lincoln Aviator, and Explorer vehicles. The image on the center display may flip or invert, resulting in an incorrectly displayed rearview image when the vehicle is placed 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 incorrectly displayed rearview image can reduce the driver’s view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Dealers will update the accessory protocol interface module (APIM) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 23, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26C11. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on March 5, 2026.

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 Escape (2020, 2021, 2022); Ford Explorer (2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024); Lincoln Aviator (2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024); Lincoln Corsair (2020, 2021, 2022). Check your VIN to confirm.

What is the safety risk?

An incorrectly displayed rearview image can reduce the driver’s view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

What is the fix?

Dealers will update the accessory protocol interface module (APIM) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 23, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26C11. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on March 5, 2026.

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.