FORD BRONCO (2021) recall — Back Over Prevention
Ford is recalling 2021-2024 Bronco models with a rearview camera software error that may cause images to freeze or not display, increasing crash risk. Owners must update software via dealer or over-the-air update.
Use caution until it’s fixed
A frozen or missing rearview camera image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Contact the company & request your remedy
What happened, in plain English
Ford is recalling certain 2021-2024 Bronco vehicles due to a software error that can cause the rearview camera to freeze or not display when reversing. This increases the risk of a crash if the driver cannot see behind the vehicle. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/80353-ford-bronco-2021-back-over-prevention-recall-rearview-camera-software.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/80353-ford-bronco-2021-back-over-prevention-recall-rearview-camera-software · Updated October 4, 2026 · Official notice: NHTSA #25V315000
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“Ford Bronco 2021 Back Over Prevention Recall: Rearview Camera Software Issue.” GovInfoNow, updated October 4, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/80353-ford-bronco-2021-back-over-prevention-recall-rearview-camera-software. Based on NHTSA recall #25V315000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=25V315000).
Why it’s dangerous
The software error can cause the rearview camera image to delay, freeze, or not display when the vehicle is in reverse. This reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Who’s affected
Owners of 2021-2024 Ford Bronco vehicles are affected. Drivers who reverse frequently without seeing behind the vehicle are at higher risk.
How to tell if you have this one
Check if your vehicle is a 2021-2024 Ford Bronco. The recall affects vehicles with the software error that may cause rearview camera images to freeze or not display.
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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 via dealer or over-the-air update.
What NHTSA says to do
The accessory protocol interface module (APIM) software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air update, free of charge. This will be a phased campaign, with the remedy becoming available in different phases based on model and model years. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed on June 26, 2025. Additional letters will be mailed once the final remedy is available on each phase. Owner notification letters were sent on October 8, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S49.
Questions people ask
How do I know if my Bronco is affected?
Your 2021-2024 Ford Bronco is affected if it has the software error that may cause rearview camera images to freeze or not display when reversing.
Is there a deadline to update the software?
The recall is a phased campaign with updates becoming available in different phases based on model and model years, so there is no specific deadline.
What happens if I don't update the software?
The rearview camera may freeze or not display when reversing, increasing the risk of a crash if the driver cannot see behind the vehicle.
Contact Ford
We’ve drafted a message you can send Ford to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 25V315000 — Ford Ford Hello, I own a Ford that is covered by recall 25V315000 from Ford. The official recall notice states: The accessory protocol interface module (APIM) software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air update, free of charge. This will be a phased campaign, with the remedy becoming available in different phases based on model and model years. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed on June 26, 2025. Additional letters will be mailed once the final remedy is available on each phase. Owner notification letters were sent on October 8, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S49. 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 #25V315000 (May 9, 2025)
- 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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