Large Recall NHTSA · 21V735000 Reported September 22, 2021

Rearview camera image may not display

Ford Motor Company · Back Over Prevention · 228,297 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
21V735000
Manufacturer Campaign
21S44
Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
Component
Back Over Prevention
Vehicles Affected
228,297
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
September 22, 2021
Completion Rate
100.00

Defect Summary

Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2020-2021 explorer, lincoln corsair, and lincoln aviator vehicles equipped with 360-degree cameras. the video output may fail, preventing the rearview camera image from displaying.

Safety Consequence

A rearview camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Dealers will update the image processing module (ipmb) software, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed november 16, 2021. owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. ford's number for this recall is 21s44.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Ford Motor Company dealer and reference recall ID 21V735000 or campaign 21S44.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 21V735000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 21V735000?

NHTSA recall 21V735000 was issued by Ford Motor Company on September 22, 2021. It addresses: Rearview camera image may not display. The recall affects approximately 228,297 vehicles, with the defect involving the Back Over Prevention component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Ford Motor Company dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 21V735000 or the manufacturer campaign number 21S44. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.