Ford Recalls 1.74 Million Vehicles, Nearing Last Year’s Total

Ford Motor Company has announced a significant recall concerning 1.74 million vehicles due to issues with backup cameras. This latest action brings the total number of recalls for 2026 to 7,315,848 vehicles, rapidly approaching last year’s total.

Overview of Recent Ford Recalls

As of early March 2026, Ford has already issued 17 recalls. This performance greatly surpasses its competitors, with no other automaker exceeding five recalls this year.

Details of the Recall

This recent recall is categorized into two distinct issues, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA):

• Broncos and Edge SUVs: Certain models from 2021-2026 face potential overheating of the Accessory Protocol Interface Module (APIM), resulting in a complete failure to display images from the backup camera.
• Escapes, Explorers, and Lincoln Models: Certain 2020-2022 Escapes and Lincoln Corsairs, along with 2020-2024 Explorers and Lincoln Aviators, may experience flipped or reversed images on their infotainment screens.

Both issues will be addressed through necessary software updates.

Comparison with Other Automakers

Despite Ford’s impressive recall total this year, it still trails significantly behind its record-breaking 2025 figures, which included 152 recalls affecting 12.92 million vehicles. The automaker’s ongoing challenges with electronics and equipment have been highlighted through this recent performance.

To put this in perspective, Toyota and Hyundai are currently tied for second place, each with only five recalls issued this year.

The Largest Recall This Year

A notable recall occurred in February, impacting 4,381,878 models of pickups and SUVs from 2021 to 2026. This action, addressing faulty trailer brake lighting, stands as Ford’s second largest recall this year.

As Ford accelerates toward surpassing last year’s totals, it’s evident that their approach to addressing electronic issues continues to be under scrutiny. Automakers worldwide, including competitors in Turin, are likely keeping a keen eye on Ford’s performance trends.