Ford Recalls Over 134,000 Vehicles to Fix Software and Trim Safety Issues
Dearborn, Saturday, 1 August 2026.
Ford issued two new safety recalls on July 30, 2026, for over 134,000 trucks and EVs due to software obstructing rearview cameras and window trim detaching at speed.
Specific Safety Defects Identified
The first recall impacts 47,587 trucks, specifically 2021-2023 F-150 and 2023-2026 F-250 Super Duty models [2]. An 8-inch SYNC infotainment screen software defect obstructs the rearview camera image when the vehicle is in reverse [1]. The second recall affects 86,543 Mustang Mach-E vehicles from the 2023-2025 model years [2]. Improperly secured rear-side window glass trim may detach, with Ford reporting over 200 instances of loose or detached trim [1]. The combined total of affected vehicles is 134130 [1][2].
Notification and Repair Schedule
Owners of the affected F-150 and F-250 trucks will be notified by letter on 2026-08-17 [1]. An over-the-air software update is planned for 2026-09-21 to resolve the camera obstruction [1]. Owners of the affected Mustang Mach-E vehicles will be notified by letter on 2026-09-10 [1]. Free repair is available at Ford dealerships for the trim issue [1]. As of 2026-08-01, the notification process has not yet begun [2].
Broader Quality Control Trends
This action continues a trend of elevated warranty costs and quality control challenges that executives are attempting to mitigate [1]. Additionally, Ford issued a separate recall for nearly 80,000 vehicles regarding a driver’s seat defect on 2026-07-28 [1]. Another pair of recalls affecting over 83,000 vehicles involving headlight and engine valve issues was reported on 2026-07-30 [3]. Vehicle owners can verify their specific recall status by entering their Vehicle Identification Number into the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration database [1].