The problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2024 Lincoln Aviator vehicles. The accessory protocol image module (APIM) can be affected by electromagnetic interference with a cell phone in the vehicle, causing the rearview camera image to flicker or become distorted.
The risk
A flickering or distorted rearview camera image can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Owners are advised not to use their cell phones while reversing until the remedy is completed. Dealers will install shielding on the accessory protocol image module (APIM), free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on October 23, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S35.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 24V-368 (24V368000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | 24S35 |
| Manufacturer | Ford Motor Company |
| Component | Back over prevention › Display function |
| Report date | May 24, 2024 |
| Owners notified | October 23, 2024 |
| Vehicles affected | 109,283 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the driver assistance
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 24V-368 repair free?
Yes. Lincoln dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Owners are advised not to use their cell phones while reversing until the remedy is completed. Dealers will install shielding on the accessory protocol image module (APIM), free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on October 23, 2024.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 109,283 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.