Back Over Prevention:Software (22V151000)

WARNING: This page is about the Edge SE, 4WD, which is a different variant/trim than selected.

Publication date: 2022-03-14
Reference number: 22V151000

BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE

NHTSA RECALL BULLETIN

Reference Number(s): 22V151000

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION

Model(s): 2021 FORD EDGE

2022 FORD EDGE

Campaign No: 22V151000

Number of Affected Vehicles: 78376

Beginning Date of Manufacture: 1900 JAN

Ending Date of Manufacture: 1900 JAN

SYSTEM

BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE

DESCRIPTION OF DEFECT

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Edge vehicles. A software error may cause the rearview camera to display a blank or distorted image when the vehicle is in reverse.

CONSEQUENCE OF DEFECT

A rearview camera that displays a blank or distorted image can reduce the driver's view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

CORRECTIVE ACTION

The rearview camera software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed April 25, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S14.

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.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration operates Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Eastern Time. For more information call (800) 424-9393 or (202) 366-0123. For the hearing impaired, call (800) 424-9153.