How common are camera problems on the 2015 Lincoln MKC?

NHTSA lists 16 Collision Avoidance & Cameras complaints for the 2015 MKC, which is 12% of the 131 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for the 2015 Lincoln MKC rearview camera?

Yes. NHTSA recall campaigns 25V572000 and 25V270000 both cover the rearview camera on the 2015 MKC; dealers are to inspect and replace the camera free of charge.

At what mileage do these camera failures typically show up?

The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this problem area is 55,000 miles.

Did the camera issue cause any crashes or injuries?

NHTSA records show 0 crashes, 0 fires, and 0 injuries tied to these Collision Avoidance & Cameras complaints on the 2015 MKC.

How does the 2015 MKC compare to other model years for this issue?

The 2015 MKC's 12% share of complaints in this area is similar to the 2017 MKC's 12%, but higher than the 2016 (6%), 2018 (5%), and 2019 (6%) model years.

2015 Lincoln MKC Collision Avoidance & Cameras Problems

NHTSA lists 16 Collision Avoidance & Cameras complaints for the 2015 Lincoln MKC, 12% of its 131 total complaints, with a median failure mileage of 55,000. Two related recalls (25V572000 and 25V270000) cover a faulty rearview camera.

Collision Avoidance & Cameras complaints: 16; 12% of 131
Crashes reported: 0
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 55,000 mi
Related recalls: 2

Typical collision avoidance system symptoms owners report

Rearview camera image goes black or distorted while shifting into reverse, obstructing the view behind the vehicle.
Backup camera stops working intermittently in hot weather, with the screen going black or the image jumping in multiple frames.
Owners who received recall notices (25V270000 and 25V572000) report the replacement part was not yet available at the dealer, leaving the camera failure unrepaired.
Camera failure is sometimes accompanied by an on-screen error message telling the driver to contact the dealer.
Some owners report the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable time frame to complete the recall repair.

When 2015 Lincoln MKC collision avoidance system complaints were filed

First complaint Jul 17, 2022, latest Sep 18, 2026.

16 complaints filed with NHTSA from Jul 2022 to Sep 2026; peak Oct 2025 (5).

Collision Avoidance & Cameras recalls for the 2015 Lincoln MKC

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 25V270000Apr 23, 2025Collision Avoidance & Cameras160,729 vehicles
Back over prevention: sensing system: camera
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015 F-250, F-350, F-450, Expedition, Lincoln Navigator, and MKC vehicles. The rearview camera printed circuit board terminal header connector may be loose or damaged, which can result in a blank or distorted image.
Risk: A blank or distorted rearview camera image can reduce the driver's view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the rearview camera, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 16, 2025. Owners may contact Ford Customer Service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S42. This recall expands previous recall number 22V-082.

Collision Avoidance & Cameras complaints by MKC model year

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

201516 (12%)
20165 (6%)
201722 (12%)
20184 (5%)
20197 (6%)

Frequently asked questions

How common are camera problems on the 2015 Lincoln MKC?: NHTSA lists 16 Collision Avoidance & Cameras complaints for the 2015 MKC, which is 12% of the 131 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for the 2015 Lincoln MKC rearview camera?: Yes. NHTSA recall campaigns 25V572000 and 25V270000 both cover the rearview camera on the 2015 MKC; dealers are to inspect and replace the camera free of charge.
At what mileage do these camera failures typically show up?: The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this problem area is 55,000 miles.
Did the camera issue cause any crashes or injuries?: NHTSA records show 0 crashes, 0 fires, and 0 injuries tied to these Collision Avoidance & Cameras complaints on the 2015 MKC.
How does the 2015 MKC compare to other model years for this issue?: The 2015 MKC's 12% share of complaints in this area is similar to the 2017 MKC's 12%, but higher than the 2016 (6%), 2018 (5%), and 2019 (6%) model years.