How many complaints does NHTSA have about collision avoidance and cameras on the 2021 Ford Escape?

NHTSA lists 18 complaints in this area for the 2021 Escape, which is 5% of the 346 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for the 2021 Ford Escape's cameras or collision system?

Yes. Recall 26V123000 covers a center display image that may flip or invert, and recall 25V442000 covers a rearview camera software update; Ford will fix both free of charge.

At what mileage do these camera and collision system problems usually show up?

The median mileage at failure for this problem area is 44,485 miles, based on NHTSA complaint data.

Did any of these complaints involve a crash?

NHTSA data shows 1 crash and 0 fires or injuries linked to Collision Avoidance & Cameras complaints on the 2021 Escape.

2021 Ford Escape Collision Avoidance & Cameras Problems

NHTSA lists 18 Collision Avoidance & Cameras complaints for the 2021 Ford Escape, 5% of its 346 total complaints, with a median failure mileage of 44,485. Two related recalls (26V123000 and 25V442000) cover backup camera and center display software issues.

Collision Avoidance & Cameras complaints: 18; 5% of 346
Crashes reported: 1
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 44,486 mi
Related recalls: 2

Typical collision avoidance system symptoms owners report

Backup camera image can go blank or freeze on screen while driving in reverse, sometimes with no warning light.
Rearview camera image appears blurry when the vehicle is in reverse.
Forward Collision Warning or Pre-Collision Assist can trigger a warning or alert when no vehicle is nearby.
Some owners report recall parts for the Back Over Prevention (26V123000) and Visibility (26V117000) campaigns were not yet available at the dealer.
A collision warning reportedly failed to activate in time before a rear-end crash, which owners tied to a separate brake recall.
Windshield wipers reportedly failed to operate along with rearview camera and visibility issues.

When 2021 Ford Escape collision avoidance system complaints were filed

First complaint Jan 13, 2022, latest Jul 1, 2026.

18 complaints filed with NHTSA from Jan 2022 to Jul 2026; peak Apr 2026 (5).

Collision Avoidance & Cameras recalls for the 2021 Ford Escape

NHTSA 26V123000Mar 3, 2026Collision Avoidance & Cameras889,950 vehicles
Back over prevention:software
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Escape, Lincoln Corsair, 2020-2024 Lincoln Aviator, and Explorer vehicles. The image on the center display may flip or invert, resulting in an incorrectly displayed rearview image 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."
Risk: An incorrectly displayed rearview image can reduce the driverâs view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the accessory protocol interface module (APIM) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 23, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26C11. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on March 5, 2026.
NHTSA 25V442000Jun 27, 2025Collision Avoidance & Cameras200,237 vehicles
Back over prevention:software
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2022 Transit Connect, 2019-2020 MKZ, MKX, Edge, Continental, F-150, Nautilus, Fusion, 2019-2023 Ranger, Mustang, 2020-2021 EcoSport, Expedition, Navigator, 2020-2022 Escape, F-250 SD, Corsair, 2020-2023 Aviator, Transit, 2020-2024 Explorer, 2021-2024 Bronco Sport, and 2022-2024 Maverick vehicles. A software error may cause the rearview camera to display a blank image, or the image may remain on the display after the backing event has ended.
Risk: A rearview camera that displays a blank image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle. A rearview image that continues to be displayed after the vehicle is shifted out of reverse may distract the driver. Both of these situations can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the rearview camera software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 4, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S72.

Collision Avoidance & Cameras complaints by Escape model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

20050 (0%)
20060 (0%)
20070 (0%)
20082 (0%)
20092 (0%)
20102 (0%)
20110 (0%)
20120 (0%)
20138 (0%)
201451 (2%)
2015149 (14%)
2016214 (19%)
20175 (0%)
201813 (1%)
20197 (1%)
202089 (6%)
202118 (5%)
202215 (6%)
202312 (12%)
202427 (36%)
20252 (8%)

Frequently asked questions

How many complaints does NHTSA have about collision avoidance and cameras on the 2021 Ford Escape?: NHTSA lists 18 complaints in this area for the 2021 Escape, which is 5% of the 346 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for the 2021 Ford Escape's cameras or collision system?: Yes. Recall 26V123000 covers a center display image that may flip or invert, and recall 25V442000 covers a rearview camera software update; Ford will fix both free of charge.
At what mileage do these camera and collision system problems usually show up?: The median mileage at failure for this problem area is 44,485 miles, based on NHTSA complaint data.
Did any of these complaints involve a crash?: NHTSA data shows 1 crash and 0 fires or injuries linked to Collision Avoidance & Cameras complaints on the 2021 Escape.