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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Via AP news wire

Car giant recalls almost 1.5 million vehicles over faulty rear view camera

Ford is recalling almost 1.5 million vehicles because of a faulty rear view camera.

The recall, which will affect cars in the United States, is taking place because the rear view camera may show a blank or distorted image on the center display screen while the vehicle is in reverse.

This can reduce or distort the driver's view of what's behind the car and increase the risk of a crash.

The recall includes certain vehicles from model years 2015 to 2019 of the following:

Ford is aware of 18 accidents related to the camera issue (AP foto/Carolyn Kaste)
  • Lincoln Navigator
  • Lincoln MKC
  • Mustang
  • Ranger
  • Transit
  • Transit Connect
  • Econoline, Edge
  • Expedition
  • F-250 SD
  • F-350 SD
  • F-450 SD
  • F-550 SD

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said Monday in its safety recall report that Ford is aware of 18 accidents and no injuries related to the camera issue.

The agency said that vehicle owners will be notified by mail and instructed to take their vehicles to a Ford or Lincoln dealer to have the rear view camera inspected and replaced, if necessary.

There will be no charge for the service.

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