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NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 23V686000

2023 Ford Explorer — Back over prevention: display function

Published October 13, 2023 · Recall initiated: October 13, 2023

Summary

NHTSA records recall 23V686000, published October 13, 2023. Recalling firm: Ford Motor Company; 2023 Ford Explorer — Back over prevention: display function.

What's the hazard

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023 Explorer vehicles equipped with a standard rearview camera. Due to a manufacturing error in the wire harness, the rearview camera may display a blue image on the SYNC screen when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility.

What to do

Dealers will inspect the rearview camera wire harness and repair any loose splices, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 2, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23C31.

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Recall details

Brand
FORD
Model
EXPLORER
Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
Lot
2023 FORD EXPLORER
Risk classification
V
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was 2023 Ford Explorer — Back over prevention: display function recalled?

Yes. NHTSA published recall 23V686000 on October 13, 2023. Reported hazard: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023 Explorer vehicles equipped with a standard rearview camera. Due to a manufacturing error in the wire harness, the rearview camera may display a blue image on the SYNC screen when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility.

What should I do if I have this product?

Dealers will inspect the rearview camera wire harness and repair any loose splices, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 2, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23C31.

How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?

Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: FORD. Model: EXPLORER.

View official NHTSA notice(opens on nhtsa.gov)