LINCOLN AVIATOR (2020) recall — Back Over Prevention
Ford is recalling 2020-2021 Lincoln Aviators with backup camera issues that may cause crashes due to distorted or blank images. Owners must update software to fix the problem.
Use caution until it’s fixed
A backup camera that displays a blank or distorted image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
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What happened, in plain English
Ford is recalling certain 2020-2021 Lincoln Aviators because their backup cameras sometimes show blank or distorted images, which can increase crash risk. This affects rear visibility and may violate safety standards. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/79848-ford-lincoln-aviator-2020-back-over-prevention-recall-backup-camera.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/79848-ford-lincoln-aviator-2020-back-over-prevention-recall-backup-camera · Updated October 4, 2026 · Official notice: NHTSA #21V223000
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“Ford Lincoln Aviator 2020 Back Over Prevention Recall: Backup Camera Issues.” GovInfoNow, updated October 4, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/79848-ford-lincoln-aviator-2020-back-over-prevention-recall-backup-camera. Based on NHTSA recall #21V223000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=21V223000).
Why it’s dangerous
The backup camera's image processing module may fail to display a clear video feed, causing the camera to show blank or distorted images. This reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
Who’s affected
Owners of 2020-2021 Lincoln Aviator vehicles are affected. Drivers using the backup camera without the software update are most at risk.
How to tell if you have this one
Check if your Lincoln Aviator was manufactured in 2020 or 2021. The issue occurs when the backup camera shows blank or distorted images during operation.
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What to do — step by step
Update Software
Contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332 to schedule a software update for the image processing module.
What NHTSA says to do
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will update the image processing module software with the latest level, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 21, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21C09.
Questions people ask
Why is my backup camera showing blank or distorted images?
The image processing module may be unable to provide a clear video feed, which is a known issue in these vehicles.
How do I know if my Lincoln Aviator is affected?
Your vehicle is affected if it was manufactured in 2020 or 2021 and the backup camera shows blank or distorted images.
Is there a deadline to fix this issue?
The recall notice does not specify a deadline for the software update.
Contact Ford
We’ve drafted a message you can send Ford to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 21V223000 — Ford Ford Hello, I own a Ford that is covered by recall 21V223000 from Ford. The official recall notice states: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will update the image processing module software with the latest level, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 21, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21C09. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official NHTSA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
- Official source: NHTSA Recall #21V223000 (March 30, 2021)
- Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on October 4, 2026, from the official record above. Not reviewed by a person — if it conflicts with the NHTSA notice, the notice is correct. Report an error on this page.
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