2015 Ford Mustang Collision Avoidance & Cameras Problems
Owners filed 44 Collision Avoidance & Camera complaints for the 2015 Ford Mustang, 10% of all complaints that year, mostly rearview camera failures. Two recalls (22V082000 and 25V572000) cover the camera and its wiring, and 2 crashes were reported. Median mileage at failure was 41,000.
- Collision Avoidance & Cameras complaints
- 44
- 10% of 436
- Crashes reported
- 2
- Fires reported
- 0
- Injuries reported
- 0
- Median mileage
- 41,000 mi
- Related recalls
- 2
Typical collision avoidance system symptoms owners report
- Backup camera intermittently shows a blank screen or freezes while the vehicle is in reverse.
- Camera display sometimes shows an inaccurate distance to objects behind the vehicle instead of failing outright.
- Owners trace failures to a wiring harness in the trunk/decklid area that becomes loose, cut, or worn, matching the recall's described defect.
- Some owners report the camera failed again shortly after dealers replaced the camera or repaired the wiring under the recall.
- A few owners report a dashboard message directing them to contact the dealer when the camera stops working.
When 2015 Ford Mustang collision avoidance system complaints were filed
First complaint May 30, 2019, latest Jun 4, 2026.
Collision Avoidance & Cameras recalls for the 2015 Ford Mustang
- NHTSA 25V572000Sep 3, 2025Collision Avoidance & Cameras1,456,417 vehicles
Back over prevention: sensing system: camera
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2019 Lincoln MKC, Mustang, F-350 SD, F-250 SD, F-450 SD, 2015-2017 Lincoln Navigator, Expedition, 2015-2018 Edge, Transit Connect, 2016-2019 F-550 SD, Transit, 2017-2019 Econoline, and 2019 Ranger vehicles. The rearview camera may display a distorted, inverted, or blank image when the vehicle is in reverse.
Risk: A rearview camera that displays an inverted, distorted, or blank image can reduce the driverâs view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the rearview camera as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 13, 2026. Ford owners will receive letters in phases, beginning January 2026 and June 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S89. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall number 25V270. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning September 8, 2025.
- NHTSA 22V082000Feb 16, 2022Collision Avoidance & Cameras330,784 vehicles
Back over prevention: sensing system: camera
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Mustang vehicles. The rearview camera wiring may be loose or damaged, which can result in a blank or distorted image.
Risk: A rearview camera that displays a blank or distorted image can reduce the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and repair the decklid wiring harness and/or replace the rearview camera, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 23, 2022 and June 26, 2023. Remedy parts are expected to become available in the 4th Quarter of 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S06.
Collision Avoidance & Cameras complaints by Mustang model year
Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.
Frequently asked questions
- Is there a recall for the 2015 Ford Mustang backup camera?
- Yes. Recall 22V082000 covers 2015-2017 Mustangs for loose or damaged rearview camera wiring causing a blank or distorted image, and recall 25V572000 covers a related rearview camera replacement.
- How common are backup camera complaints on the 2015 Mustang?
- NHTSA lists 44 Collision Avoidance & Camera complaints for the 2015 Mustang, which is 10% of the 436 total complaints filed for that model year.
- At what mileage do 2015 Mustang camera problems usually appear?
- The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA is 41,000 miles.
- Did the camera issue cause any crashes?
- NHTSA data shows 2 crashes associated with Collision Avoidance & Camera complaints on the 2015 Mustang, with no reported fires or injuries.
- Does replacing the camera fix the problem for good?
- Not always. Some owners reported the camera failed again shortly after dealers replaced it or repaired the wiring under the recall.