Ford issues recall of more than 1 million vehicles
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the issue could cause the rearview camera image to delay, freeze or not display, reducing drivers' views behind the vehicle and increasing the risk of a crash.
The recall affects a variety of vehicles made between 2021 and 2024, including Ford Broncos, F-150s, Mustangs and Lincoln Navigators.
The NHTSA said dealers are expecte4d to update the accessory protocol interface module (APIM) software through an over-the-air update, free of charge.
Letters notifying owners of the safety risk are expected to be mailed by June 16 followed by a second letter once the remedy is available.
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