Throughout its 120-plus-year history, Ford has rolled out a countless number of taglines, including “The Best Never Rest,” “Have you driven a Ford lately?”, “Bold Moves,” and “Ford Has a Better Idea.” About 30 to 40 years ago, the company took pride in its craftsmanship with the slogan “Quality is Job 1.” Fast-forward to 2025, and that focus on quality seems to have shifted, as Ford recently announced yet another five recalls.
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The Recalls Keep Piling Up
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) posted all of these recall actions on March 14. In 2025 alone, Ford has already issued 25 separate recalls, affecting a broad range of models across its lineup.
Backup Camera Issues
The largest of the recent recalls affects an estimated 49,399 vehicles, including the 2020-2023 Ford Explorer, 2020-2023 Lincoln Aviator, and 2020-2022 Lincoln Corsair. This recall aims to fix an issue with the backup cameras, which may not have been properly repaired in the past. The problem causes the camera feed to cut out while reversing, raising the risk of a collision.
It’s estimated that the issue affects every vehicle involved in this recall. Ford will update the image processing module software at no cost to the owners to resolve it. The NHTSA campaign number for this recall is 25V159000, and Ford’s internal reference is 25S27.
Powertrain Electrical System Issues
The next largest recall issued by Ford impacts an estimated 12,833 vehicles, including 2021-2024 Bronco Sport SUVs and 2022-2023 Maverick small pickup trucks. The recall addresses a previous repair issue: the body and powertrain control modules may fail to detect changes in the 12-volt battery’s state of charge. This can result in the engine stalling at low speeds and/or an inability to restart the engine after a stop-start event while driving. It’s estimated that all affected vehicles are experiencing this issue.
The fix for this issue is a straightforward recalibration of the affected control modules, which a Ford dealership will perform at no cost. The NHTSA campaign number for this recall is 25V158000, and Ford’s internal reference is 25S26.
Another Backup Camera Issue
Next, around 4,721 2025 Ford Escapes are facing an issue with their backup cameras. The problem is that the reversing camera may display an inverted video feed, which violates vehicle safety standards. Surprisingly, the fix isn’t a software update. Instead, dealers are instructed to inspect and replace the rearview camera unit.
Interestingly, Ford estimates that only 1 percent of these vehicles are affected by this defect. The NHTSA campaign number for this recall is 25V161000, and Ford’s internal reference is 25C08.
Hold On, There’s More (Yes, More Backup Camera Issues)
Next, the 2021 and 2022 Ford Edge models are being recalled. Around 2,290 of these SUVs may have an issue with – you guessed it – their backup cameras. This recall aims to address a previous incorrect repair that could cause the camera’s video feed to distort or go blank while reversing.
The fix here is a software update, which dealers will perform at no cost to the owners. It’s estimated that all 2,290 affected Edges are experiencing this issue. Ford’s internal recall code for this is 25S28, and the NHTSA designation is 25V160000.
Power Windows Issue
Finally, the smallest of Ford’s recent recalls affects the rugged Super Duty trucks, specifically the 2023 F-250 and F-350 models. How many trucks are involved? Just nine.
The issue stems from a previous repair that wasn’t properly addressed. The front power windows in these trucks may fail to detect an obstruction and automatically retract if something prevents them from fully closing. A free software update is expected to fix the problem.
As usual, the NHTSA campaign number for this recall is 25V157000, and Ford’s internal code is 25S25.
What to Do If Your Vehicle is Impacted by These Recalls
If your vehicle is impacted by one of these recalls, be on the lookout for a notice from Ford in your mailbox soon. If you have any questions or concerns, contact Ford’s customer service at 1-866-436-7332 or the NHTSA Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236. For more details, visit NHTSA.gov. Stay safe, and be sure to address any recalls on your vehicle as soon as possible.
Source: NHTSA
