Ford issued a recall for over 144,500 Ford Maverick pickup trucks due to a critical malfunction involving the rear view camera system. This recall affects models from 2022 to 2024 equipped with the Connected Touch Radio (CTR). The issue centers around the rear view camera, which could freeze when the vehicle is in reverse. This malfunction poses a significant risk as it could provide drivers with a static or incorrect view of their surroundings, potentially leading to an increased risk of accidents by impairing visibility during reversing maneuvers.
This recall comes on the heels of another Ford recall earlier in the year involving nearly 243,000 Maverick trucks for tail light failures, indicating ongoing quality control or design issues within recent Ford Maverick production runs. The rear view camera problem, attributed to improper memory handling within the radio's software, has been addressed in newer production models, but the recall aims to rectify this in existing vehicles through software updates or hardware fixes at Ford dealerships. This series of recalls underscores the complexities of modern vehicle electronics and the importance of rigorous post-production monitoring and rapid response to safety concerns to protect consumers.