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Ford Bronco backup camera problems

38 of the 1,443 owner complaints about the Ford Bronco describe backup camera failure, most of them for the 2022 model year.

owner complaints
38
worst model year
2022
typical mileage
27,800
Is there a fix? There are 2 recalls for this area of the car. See below

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What owners say

Filed Nov 5, 2026 · Electrical · MN

Rear view Camera was blank in reverse. Recalls for same issue have been stated to be complete but issue is still occuring. Recalls associated with this are 23S48 and 26S09. This issue is intermittent. Unable to use cameras to safely navigate in reverse. No warning lamps. This has been occurring for at least the last 12 months. I called dealership and manufacture and they want to charge a $250 fee to diagnose before they will determine if this issue is related to recall even though it is the same condition as the original recalls.

Filed Oct 16, 2026 · CA

Infotainment screen went entirely black, causing a driver distraction and making vehicle features inaccessible. Rear camera works. Identical to current APIM overheating recall. Carson city ford has been unable to diagnose issue claiming software glitch or corruption. Dealer asking for out of pocket cost to “repair” with no resolution 4 days later while vehicle has been at dealer. This is a manufacturing issue causing consumer safety liability. Ford is responsible for cost and repair.

Filed Sep 24, 2026 · Driver assistance, Engine · 32,752 miles · AZ

The contact owns a 2023 Ford Bronco. The contact stated that the vehicle experienced an issue with the rearview camera while in use. The contact received a notice for the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 26V124000 (Back Over Prevention), and the recall repair was subsequently performed. However, after the recall repair was completed, a new 'overheating' warning appeared on the infotainment system. The vehicle was returned to the dealer, where technicians tested the system and confirmed that during a single operation, the system's temperature spiked from 93°F to 150°F. The contact confirmed that they received an overheating warning on the infotainment system display. The manufacturer has been notified of the failure, but the vehicle has not yet been repaired. The failure mileage was 32,752.

Filed Jun 27, 2026 · Fuel system · CA

35 miles out of [XXX] on Monday, XXX our Bronco loss fuel flow in the fast lane of [XXX] and stalled while going 70mph we were surrounded by trucks also going 70mph, unexpectedly mid morning. No warning . Almost got rear ended and had to safely drift over to reach the side of the road. Very terrifying with cars going very fast behind us. We attempted to restart the Bronco and it started a few times and sputtered out. I immediately called the closest Ford dealership Gaudin and they dispatched a tow truck. The temperature was very hot and we waited for 1.5 hrs in the desert sun. The dealer provided a rental but I was not allowed to leave NV nor go more than 50 miles, they confirmed that it was a bad fuel pump. I did not receive the car back until Friday 6/19/26. This incident occurred on my first day of VC planned in [XXX]. My whole vacation was ruined, unexpected expenses, and the stress of having to drive with a defective part when it’s fixed is a problem. We have to drive back to LA and I can’t miss work. We took the vehicle to Gaupin in LA to have it serviced before this trip even an oil change on 6/11/26. They assured us that all was well, only 2 recalls showed up- rear camera and a seat adjustment bolt . Why didn’t the dealer tell us about the fuel pump and the dangers. The vin number has a listed “1 un-repaired recall - fuel pump dated 7/2025. Manufacturer #XXX, the federal safety agency# 25V455. No notice has come through the mail and then it states Recall incomplete in red. If it was known that the fuel pump could fail, how are owners allowed to drive around without a complete recall, and without a fix. The dealer said they are going to announce on Jun 29. Well in our case that’s a little too late. Am I supposed to drive with a defective fuel system??? They replaced the fuel pump with another new pump that will have the same issue, not a fix. On June 19 later that evening after fueling it up, a service engine light came on with exhaust system issues. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA),

Filed Jun 23, 2026 · Driver assistance · WA

The contact owns a 2024 Ford Bronco. The contact stated that on several occasions, the APIM overheated, and the rearview camera was inoperable. The VIN was not included in the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 26V124000 (Back Over Prevention). Additionally, the power windows and AC were inoperable due to the failure. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled due to the APIM overheating. The dealer was contacted, and a repair of the vehicle was pending. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.

Filed May 7, 2026 · Driver assistance, Fuel system · 35,000 miles · IL

The contact owns a 2022 Ford Bronco. The contact stated that while attempting to reverse, the rearview camera became inoperable. The contact stated that the rearview camera image failed to function and the image would appear as blank. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency Campaign Numbers: 26V124000(Back Over Prevention) and 25V455000 (Fuel System, Gasoline), however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The dealer was contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The dealer confirmed that the remedy parts were not yet available. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The approximate failure mileage was 35,000.

Filed May 5, 2026 · Driver assistance · 27,800 miles · TX

The contact owns a 2022 Ford Bronco. The contact stated while reversing, the rear view camera displayed a blank screen. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the contact was informed that the parts were unavailable. The vehicle was not repaired. In addition, the contact was informed that the parts were not going to be available until July 2026. The contact received a recall notification, the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 25V455000 (Back Over Prevention) however the parts were unavailable. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but provided no assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 27,800.

Filed May 4, 2026 · Electrical · FL

I am submitting a safety complaint regarding my Ford vehicle’s infotainment screen failure, which has been identified under a recall but currently has no available remedy or repair timeline. When the screen goes blank or becomes unresponsive, I lose access to critical safety features, including the rearview camera, which is federally required. This significantly increases the risk of accidents while reversing, especially in areas with pedestrians. The system also affects access to navigation, hands-free communication, and important vehicle alerts, forcing me to either drive without these features or become distracted trying to compensate. Although Ford has acknowledged this issue, there is no clear timeline for a fix, and no accommodations have been provided. I am expected to continue driving a vehicle that does not meet expected safety standards, which puts both myself and others at risk. I rely on my vehicle daily, including transporting passengers, and the lack of a functioning safety system is a serious concern. The absence of communication and support from Ford regarding a resolution is also concerning. I respectfully request that the federal safety agency investigate this issue and require Ford to provide a timely remedy or appropriate accommodations, such as a loaner vehicle or interim solution, to ensure driver and public safety while awaiting a permanent fix.

Filed Apr 17, 2026 · Driver assistance, Fuel system · CA

3 separate safety-related components have failed on my 2021 Ford Bronco, all of which correspond to open federal safety recalls that remain unremedied: 1. Infotainment/APIM Module & Backup Camera System (Recall Campaign 26V124): my infotainment screen fails to turn on, particularly in high-temperature conditions. When this occurs, the rearview/backup camera is completely non-functional. The vehicle displays no image when in reverse gear, eliminating all camera-assisted visibility behind the vehicle. This directly matches the conditions described in Recall 26V124, issued March 4, 2026. No remedy has been provided. 2. Digital Instrument Cluster / Dashboard: my digital dashboard intermittently fails to illuminate at vehicle startup. This occurs randomly and without warning. When it fails, the driver cannot see critical safety information including current speed, fuel level, engine temperature, or any warning indicators. Video documentation of this failure exists. This component is available for inspection upon request. 3. Low Pressure Fuel Pump (Recall Campaign 25V455): my vehicle has stalled on multiple occasions while in motion. During stall events, all dashboard warning lights illuminate simultaneously. This is consistent with the fuel delivery failure described in Recall 25V455, issued July 8, 2025, which states the fuel pump can fail causing loss of fuel pressure and an engine stall while driving. No remedy has been provided since the recall was issued in July 2025 (~9 months ago). All components are available for inspection upon request. However, the authorized Ford dealership in the area has refused to accept the vehicle for service or inspection, citing parts unavailability. Engine stall while in motion. my vehicle has stalled multiple times while being driven. The driver works as a real estate agent and regularly transports clients in this vehicle. The engine has stalled with passengers present. A sudden engine stall while driving results in immediat

Filed Apr 17, 2026 · Electrical · CO

Front Camera sometimes malfunctions and will not display, only black screen. A recall or customer satisfactory program has been issued for rear camera, but not for front Camera. This issue could be dangerous when pulling forward from a parking spot as view is partially obstructed by large hood. The Ford dealership quoted a replacement but failed to fix or replace under warranty.

Related recalls

Electrical system: instrument cluster/panelReported November 14, 2025 · 229,609 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Bronco and Bronco Sport vehicles. The Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) may fail at startup.
Risk
An instrument panel display that does not show critical information, such as warning lights or vehicle speed, increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
The instrument panel cluster software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 4, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1‑866‑436‑7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25SC3.

Recall number 25V788000 · Recall details

Electrical system: ignitionReported April 25, 1996 · 7,900,000 vehicles affected
What is wrong
The ignition switch could experience an internal short circuit.
Risk
This condition could cause overheating, smoke, and possibly fire in the steering column area of the vehicle.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the ignition switch.

Recall number 96V071000 · Recall details

Questions about the Ford Bronco backup camera

Which Ford Bronco years have backup camera failure problems?

The model years with the most reports are 2022 (14 complaints), 2023 (13 complaints) and 2021 (8 complaints).

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