Back over prevention: display functionRecall 23V-305 · 2020–2022 Ford Explorer
Ford Motor Company recall 23V-305 covers 523 2020–2022 Ford Explorer for a back over prevention: display function problem, reported to NHTSA on April 28, 2023. The manufacturer's latest report (2026 Q1) shows 65% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 23V305000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by NHTSA (compliance).
The problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Explorer Police Interceptor Utility vehicles equipped with a 12.1-inch Integrated Computer Screen (ICS). When the Display On/Off Button is used to turn the display to "Off" prior to placing the vehicle in reverse, the backup camera rearview image will not appear on the display. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
The risk
A rearview camera that does not display an image can reduce the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
The fix
Dealers will update the ICS software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 27, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23C14.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How fast cars are being fixed
65%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA. 2 vehicles were listed as unreachable.