The problem
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."
The 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.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 26V-123 (26V123000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | 26C11 |
| Manufacturer | Ford Motor Company |
| Component | Back over prevention › Software |
| Report date | March 3, 2026 |
| Owners notified | June 23, 2026 |
| Vehicles affected | 889,950 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the driver assistance
- 2020 Ford Escape collision avoidance problems 100
- 2021 Ford Escape collision avoidance problems 18
- 2022 Ford Escape collision avoidance problems 16
- 2020 Ford Explorer collision avoidance problems 174
- 2021 Ford Explorer collision avoidance problems 56
- 2022 Ford Explorer collision avoidance problems 33
- 2023 Ford Explorer collision avoidance problems 19
- 2024 Ford Explorer collision avoidance problems 4
- 2020 Lincoln Aviator collision avoidance problems 24
- 2021 Lincoln Aviator collision avoidance problems 5
- 2022 Lincoln Aviator collision avoidance problems 11
- 2023 Lincoln Aviator collision avoidance problems 8
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 26V-123 repair free?
Yes. Ford dealers will fix the problem at no cost: 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.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 889,950 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.